In the evocative setting of Città di Castello, a fir tree, actually a Himalayan cedar according to experts, has found its home unexpectedly among the abandoned tracks of the former Ferrovia Centrale Umbra. This tree, grown with love and dedication, has conquered the beating heart of the community, becoming an icon adorned with colorful balls and signs by citizens of all ages.
Fir tree born among the abandoned tracks
The mayor Luca Secondi and the councilor for school policies, Letizia Guerri, enthusiastically welcomed the passionate appeal launched months ago by citizens and elementary school students. The tree, warmly nicknamed “The Fir Tree of Hearts“, has become much more than one green presence. The fir tree born between the tracks has become the emblem of affection and solidarity in the Città di Castello community. The tree, adorned with care and dedication during the Christmas and Easter holidays, has transformed into a living mascot.
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Born with tenacity among the "dead" railway tracks, the small tree it stands as a monument to the inexhaustible strength of love for life. Its growth has traced a path, becoming a tangible and touching symbol of the sometimes bumpy path that each of us faces in life. The closure of the railway in 2017, for important safety and relaunch works, opened up space for the Fir of Hearts, transforming it into an emotional and shared point of reference.
The commitment to transfer the fir tree to a public green area
The mayor and the councilor have undertaken to go through all the authorization phases necessary to transfer the Fir of Hearts to a large public green area. An area accessible to all small citizens of theUpper Tiber Valley. This special place will become a green refuge. A place where the schools involved will have the opportunity to lovingly take care of this tree, thus strengthening their special bond with nature.
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This exciting chapter of green story of Città di Castello is destined to evolve, with the hope of creating a vibrant public green corner. Here, the Fir of Hearts will continue to spread joy, inspiration and a sense of community. It will be a place where children can learn the value of caring for nature, creating unforgettable memories that will accompany future generations. The transformation of this tree into a central figure of a public green area represents a tangible link between the community and nature, while also fueling hope and connection with the world around us.