Calabria: Trains no longer arrive in Aspromonte.

There used to be 23 routes, from dawn to dusk, but now only buses run. A region abandoned to the power of the clans. Yet, with a good transportation network, it could generate significant tourism. And provide jobs for young people.

State of abandonment in Calabria: suppression of the Cittanova 1 railway line

STATE OF ABANDONMENT OF CALABRIA –

If you want to have a concrete idea of ​​how the Calabria was abandoned and left in the hands of criminal clans, read what's happening in Cittanova, in the province of Reggio Calabria, at the gates of Aspromonte.

LACK OF TRAINS IN CALABRIA –

About Calabria Railways has decided to cancel the railway line and the related transit station, to relocate the staff (except those remaining to guard the building) and to force commuters to travel to the rest of the region by bus. A true Tartar Desert scenario.

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In the image: Gambarie (Aspromonte)

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RAILWAY LINE CLOSED IN CITTANOVA –

And yet Until a few years ago, in Cittanova there were 23 train journeys a day, from dawn to dusk, with connections within the region and between the various towns of Aspromonte.Now we are in total abandonment.

WASTE IN CALABRIA –

The damage, and waste, of this decision are twofold. First effect: one has the sensation of a further retreat of the State, which isolates an entire territory and leaves it in a state of complete abandonmentSecond waste: and yet here, there could be a lot of tourismThere are historic sites, monuments, wonderful landscapes, excellent craftsmanship, good cuisine, and local products. Enough to restart an industry, create work and opportunities for young people. And yet, nothing. Better to let the station die and abandon an entire area to its fate.

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