The event, probably dating back to the 16th century, re-enacts an ancient early medieval battle that saw the population of Morano victorious over the Saracens. According to tradition, in the battle (which some say took place between the 10th and 11th centuries), one of the invaders - perhaps the garrison chief - was taken prisoner and later beheaded. The display of the Moor's bleeding head in the streets of the village testified to the population that victory had been achieved.
In the most recent editions, the Flag Festival has been enriched with stage sets, Renaissance-era costumes, flag-wavers, arquebusiers and pistoliers, and men-at-arms.
The serpentine shape and elevated position of the street where the historical parades take place makes it possible to enjoy the extraordinary beauty of the hand-crafted clothes, enhancing the composite scenic and narrative elements that, year after year, enhance the event, qualifying it as one of the best in the area.
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