Festival delle Terre d’Acqua draws over 1,000 visitors in Gargano
The VI edition of the Festival delle Terre d’Acqua concluded in Marina del Gargano with more than a thousand participants. Organized by the Fondazione Re Manfredi, the weeklong programme combined the literary series “Ti Porto un Libro” and the 33rd International Culture Prize Re Manfredi, featuring talks with Alessandro Di Battista, Floridiana Ventrella, Flavio Albano and others. Performances included a aerial show by ResExtensa, a comedy segment by Pinuccio, and a tribute to *The Godfather* by the ICO Suoni del Sud orchestra. Festival director Michele De Meo highlighted the event’s role in fostering cultural belonging and showcasing the region’s artistic talent. The prize ceremony celebrated the theme “Economia della Bellezza” and honoured authors, journalists and cultural figures who represent contemporary Italy.