Stamp ITA 2005 May 26th - Regatta of the Ancient Maritime Republics Amalfi, Genoa, Pisa and Venice

MI 3039

SG 2942

YV 2785

The four eight-oared galleons race over a

2000-m course from Capo di Vettica to

Marina Grande.

Many Italian rowing athletes - among them

Olympic medal winners -  have taken part

in this race which is held annually since 1956.