Roccasecca nominated for Capital of Culture 2025 is not surprising at all. So, among the competing Italian cities there is a beautiful Ciociaria town. The jury identified some very competitive cities and 10 related projects were finalists. In addition to Roccasecca, there are AGrigento, Aosta, Assisi (Perugia), Asti, Bagnoregio (Viterbo), Monte Sant'Angelo (Foggia), Orvieto (Terni), Pescina (L'Aquila) and Spoleto (Perugia).
Roccasecca nominated for Capital of Culture 2025
As you can imagine, they will soon be sharpening their weapons, taking typical Italian "parochialism" to the extreme. The jury has already attended the individual presentations, which took place during public hearings. This is, in fact, what is stipulated in the call for applications. These hearings took place in person on March 20 and 21, 2023, in Rome, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Culture.
Many in Ciociaria are curious to know how many chances Roccasecca has of excelling, However, given the candidates, it will be tough, but as they say at “Benito Stirpe”, “respect for all, fear of none”. In any case, this is an important and prestigious candidacy for the Ciociaria village. By doing groupMany prominent figures have come to lend a helping hand to Roccasecca, and of course, many ordinary people too. It's a "race for victory" that will make all of Lower Lazio proud.
Ciociarian excellences
But also all the municipalities, institutions, and citizens' associations who wanted to be part of this fantastic project. It is an opportunity that will give a lot of visibility to Roccasecca, which we hope will see a great return in image, Especially regarding tourist flows. Tourism means jobs, a moving economy, and considering the desire for experiential tourism, we can compete. We're competing with very important cities, of note. international, but now Roccasecca is the pride of Ciociaro in the race, with its history, with stubborn determination and united, while deeply respecting the opponents, certainly “we will sell our skin dearly”.
Just thinking about competing for such a prestigious role could have been considered unrealistic. Yet one must think big, to achieve great things. We know it will be tough, it will be difficult, and we are not starting as favorites, but we are aware of our great potential, starting from the products of the land, from our cuisine, which fear no rivals.
Experiential tourism in Ciociaria and Roccasecca, the capital city
It will be a fascinating challenge because we are supported by nine other projects Certainly valuable and substantial. The competition will galvanize us, shaking our Ciociaria pride, which is traditionally indomitable. United, we are a force, and we are becoming increasingly aware of this, which will be the weapon we need to run like warriors. This project is the model Lower Lazio needs to seize opportunities, focusing on infrastructure, development, and communication.
The city of Roccasecca can count on a veritable battleship. We won't be short of heavy artillery. The candidate city, together with thirty-two municipalities plus the Province of Frosinone, twenty-nine associations and three universities, It is fully capable of competing. Our project focuses precisely on local aggregation and is based on four pillars. Roccasecca is the city of St. Thomas Aquinas, so philosophical education will be given priority. Dedicated events and permanent exhibitions are planned.
Severino Gazzelloni and Roccasecca capital
But also summer theology schools in the most significant places linked to the life of the Angelic Doctor. Furthermore, our candidate is also the native country By Severino Gazzelloni. A music project is highly competitive. The goal is to develop young talent and promote the Golden Flute Festival. Furthermore, Franco Fava was born in Roccasecca.Sport will also be a key aspect of the project. Sport will be seen as a tool for social growth. Furthermore, Totò, who mentioned Roccasecca in many films, will be a strong point, with a school for comic actors and several themed exhibitions. These initiatives are always organized in collaboration with illustrious personalities. Finally, Roccasecca is the capital. It will aim to build a proper auditorium and a sports facility for athletics, while also commemorating the war. In short, the project is being planned on a grand scale, with major events, starting with those featuring the Abbey of Montecassino.
