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 get a concrete idea of ​​how Calabria has now been abandoned and left in the hands of criminal clans, read what is happening in Cittanova, in the province of Reggio Calabria , at the gates of the Aspromonte.

LACK OF TRAINS IN CALABRIA –

Here, the Calabrian Railways decided to cancel the railway line and its transit station , transfer the staff (except those remaining to guard the building), and force commuters to travel to the rest of the region by bus. A true Tartar Steppe scenario.

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In the picture : Gambarie (Aspromonte)

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RAILWAY LINE CLOSED IN CITTANOVA –

Yet until a few years ago, in Cittanova, there were 23 train services a day, from dawn to dusk, with connections within the region and between the various towns of Aspromonte . Now, these services have been completely abandoned.

WASTE IN CALABRIA –

The damage, and waste, of this decision are twofold. First, it feels like a further retreat by the state, isolating an entire territory and leaving it in a state of complete abandonment . Second, waste: yet, there could be so much tourism here . There are historic sites, monuments, wonderful landscapes, excellent craftsmanship, good cuisine, and local products. Enough to revive an industry, create jobs and opportunities for young people. And yet, nothing. Better to let the station die and abandon an entire territory to its fate.

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