Among the most beautiful public parks in Calabria, authentic national monuments for historical and naturalistic characteristics, rightfully enter the municipal villa “Giuseppe Mazzini” of Palmi and the municipal villa “Carlo Ruggiero” of Cittanova. They represent fundamental stops for travelers who wish to visit the beauties of the Reggio area. The villas were designed both in nineteenth century fromSwiss engineer and botanist Enrico Fehr. Enchanting meeting places for residents and tourists, where thoughts become lighter and it is easy to dream. Jewels of inestimable value in the city center. Oasis of peace for families, young people, elderly people, couples in love, who wish to relax, breathe pure air and enjoy essential moments surrounded by beauty in all its forms.
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The “Giuseppe Mazzini” municipal villa in Palmi
Walking in the municipal villa of Palmi, you can enjoy a breathtaking view that whispers indecipherable emotions. From its high position, with Mount Sant’Elia at its side, it combines with the sky and the sea to offer a breathtaking view of the Costa Viola up to Capo Vaticano, the Strait of Messina and the Aeolian Islands. From this authentic terrace overlooking the sea, the sunsets take on unique shades. Walking along its cobblestone paths surrounded by centuries-old trees is like entering a poetic dimension that soothes the soul.
The villa, of 6,700 square meters, it was built in 1871 under the municipal administration led by Casimiro Coscinà. The trees were planted, installed a stage for music and a fountain placed at the entrance from the street of the Tribunali. Since then, the park has been constantly beautified. Today it is also equipped with games for children and a very nice bar-restaurant. Inside the park you can also admire some works of art, marble busts of local and national personalities and an evocative bronze sculptural work dedicated to two great figures from Palmi, Francesco Cilea and Leonida Repaci.
