Dialog Festival opens in Casignana to promote Calabria's cultural heritage

The third edition of the Dialog Festival has commenced in Casignana, Calabria, focusing on the theme ‘The Mediterranean that Resists: Calabria at the Center of a New Cultural Geography’. The event aims to position the Locride region as a central hub connecting history, innovation, and European identity.

During the opening day at the Villa Romana di Casignana, entrepreneur Francesca Pascale participated in a debate regarding politics, tourism, and migration. Pascale advocated for better synergy between ministries, regional authorities, and municipalities to manage cultural heritage and reduce costs. She also commented on the political landscape, expressing support for Roberto Occhiuto as a potential leader for Forza Italia while criticizing the party's current governance.

The festival includes a forum titled ‘Archaeology, Territory and Future,’ which brings together researchers, institutions, and local administrators. A key proposal being presented is the establishment of the ‘Italian Capital of Archaeology and Historical Tourism,’ with the Locride area seeking to serve as a pilot territory for this national recognition.