Alessandria del Carretto Shares Its Story: The "Pollino Living" Conference and the Magic of "Radici in Passerella"
On Sunday, July 26, 2026, Alessandria del Carretto—a stunning village in the province of Cosenza, nestled in the heart of Pollino National Park—will become the stage for a day dedicated to showcasing the local area, cultural identity, and fashion. It is a two-part event conceived as a single, cohesive narrative: first, the institutional conference “Alessandria del Carretto – Pollino Living,” followed in the evening by “Radici in Passerella” (Roots on the Runway), an event that blends fashion, culture, and tradition in a unique setting.
The initiative is promoted by the Municipality of Alessandria del Carretto, the Calabria Region, and Pollino National Park, underscoring the synergy between local and regional authorities aimed at fostering the village’s tourism and cultural development.
The afternoon’s events begin at 7:00 PM at Palazzo Chidichimo, which will host the “Alessandria del Carretto – Pollino Living” conference—a project dedicated to the enhancement, promotion, and development of the village.
The proceedings will open with official remarks from the Mayor of Alessandria del Carretto, Domenico Vuodo. Subsequently, various speakers will take the floor, each contributing insights on topics related to the region’s growth:
– Mimma Adduci, the Municipality of Alessandria del Carretto’s Delegate for Tourism, will present the “Alessandria: Wonderland” project, outlining strategies for enhancing and developing the village.
– Paola Guaragna, President of the APS Visit Sibaritide, will speak about the digital promotion of Alessandria del Carretto, focusing on Visit Sibaritide as a tangible tool for showcasing the local area.
– Manuela Filice, Head of the “De.Co. Identitaria” Project for UNPLI Calabria, will recount the journey “From Vinitaly and the City to the network of villages,” retracing the experience of the De.Co. Identitaria initiative.
The meeting will be moderated by journalist Dr. Franco Maurella.
“Roots on the Runway”: fashion that tells the story of the village’s identity.
Immediately following the conference, the evening continues with a truly evocative event: “Radici in Passerella” (Roots on the Runway)—a special occasion where fashion, culture, and identity converge to celebrate the community’s roots and showcase the very heart of the Pollino region. As the official invitation states, it is “an event that tells the story of who we are, where we come from, and where we want to go.”
The evening’s program
– 7:00 PM – Presentation of the “Alessandria del Carretto – Pollino Living” project, moderated by Franco Maurella. The evening is hosted by Cristina Montalto.
– 9:00 PM – Fashion show featuring Luigia Granata’s “Identitaria” Collection—the highlight of the evening—where the garments tell the story of local traditions and the pride of belonging to the region.
The key figures behind the scenes
“Radici in Passerella” aims to be much more than a mere fashion show: it is a genuine emotional journey through tradition, beauty, and a sense of belonging, designed to immerse the audience in the authentic soul of Alessandria del Carretto. The collection created by Luigia Granata thus serves as a unifying thread, weaving together fashion and collective memory in an ongoing dialogue between the village’s past and future.
The event, held under the patronage of the Municipality of Alessandria del Carretto, the Calabria Region, and Pollino National Park, promises to be a major draw for residents and visitors alike, set against the backdrop of the magnificent natural landscape of Pollino National Park.
Don’t miss it: we look forward to sharing an exciting journey with you—one of tradition, beauty, and a proud sense of belonging.
