Nuoro is celebrating the visit of the President of the Republic, Sergio Mattarella , who arrived on the island on Saturday morning to officially inaugurate the Deleddian Year, marking the centenary of the awarding of the Nobel Prize for Literature to the Sardinian writer.
The solemn ceremony was held at the Eliseo theatre , in the presence of many students from various schools, authorities and representatives of institutions and associations.
At the end, a small delegation composed of the mayor, the president of the Region, the prefect Alessandra Nigro, and the president of the Province Giuseppe Ciccolini, accompanied President Mattarella to the birthplace of Grazia Deledda , in the historic district of San Pietro, for a guided tour of the house museum.
The entire city is under lockdown : traffic and parking were already banned in various streets yesterday.
THE DAY:
Stefano Lavra, president of ISRE, presents the original key to Grazia Deledda's house.
ISRE President Stefano Lavra recounts the discovery of the original key to Grazia Deledda's house. "A key rediscovered in recent weeks as part of an investigation conducted by myself and Dr. Dino Manca." It is "a symbol and a very important reminder of the house."
Mayor Fenu: "From the President, a message of affection and support for the city."
"An important day for us. From the president, a message of affection and support for the city." This was stated by Nuoro's mayor, Emiliano Fenu, after the ceremony at the Eliseo Theater in Nuoro, attended by President of the Republic Sergio Mattarella. The mayor then emphasized the importance of the project being carried out one hundred years after Grazia Deledda's Nobel Prize, a project "that involves other municipalities" and "that looks to the world."
The crowd embraced the President: "We were honored to have him in Nuoro."
"Mattarella is an extraordinary figure, guardian of the Constitution and a point of reference for all Italians." This is what the people who crowded the streets of Nuoro this morning to witness the President of the Republic's visit said. The citizens' enthusiasm speaks to a strong and profound bond between the city and the Head of State. "It's important for him to know we love him," confessed a passerby, still emotional from the meeting.
Mattarella's speech: "Gratitude for the cultural richness Sardinia provides."
President Sergio Mattarella, speaking at the Eliseo Theater in Nuoro, first expressed his gratitude to Grazia Deledda and her works. He then thanked the local authorities for the invitation and their efforts to preserve Deledda's heritage. "I wanted to emphasize the immense contribution this region has made to Italian culture," he said, "and before returning to the continent, I couldn't help but express with deep conviction my appreciation for what this city and this region contribute to our country. This is an important moment in the life of the world, not always clear, not always orderly, but the contribution our regions make to national life is indispensable in addressing all emergencies that arise."
"This summer on vacation, I took a few books with me to the mountains to read, some recent, others to reread," Mattarella later explained. "Among them, two by Grazia Deledda, 'The Old Man of the Mountain' and 'Reeds in the Wind.' I had read them as a young student, which meant many decades ago. I found the same emotions, the same impressions I had then, confirming the enduring modernity of Grazia Deledda's work."
Emotion on the notes of “No potho reposare”
There was excitement in Nuoro during President Sergio Mattarella's visit, as students from the music high school performed "No Potho Reposare."
Alessandra Todde recalls Grazia Deledda's lesson: "Even from the peripheries, a word capable of becoming universal can be born."
In her speech, Regional President Alessandra Todde recalled Grazia Deledda's "more timely than ever" message, which "demonstrated that material poverty does not equate with poverty of thought. She demonstrated that even from the peripheries a universal voice can emerge."
Mayor Fenu's greeting: "Thank you for being here with us, and welcome."
After the President's arrival, Nuoro's mayor, Emiliano Fenu, greeted the audience in the theater. "Thank you for being here with us, for your support, and for the care you give to our land and our communities."
Mattarella arrives at the Eliseo Theater amid applause.
President Sergio Mattarella is in Nuoro. The video shows the president's arrival amid applause at the Eliseo Theater.
Bishop Antonello Mura's greeting: "A visit that encourages us to preserve our culture."
"This visit, besides honoring us, will help us feel encouraged to cultivate and preserve the profound meanings of culture. Starting with Grazia Deledda, who must be rediscovered and studied for what she represented yesterday and what she can represent today." This was the greeting addressed by the Bishop of Nuoro, Monsignor Antonello Mura, to President Sergio Mattarella.
ANCI President Falconi: "A tribute to the city and to Deledda, more relevant today than ever."
Daniela Falconi, president of the National Association of Italian Municipalities (ANCI) and mayor of Fonni, speaks at the TEN in Nuoro while awaiting the arrival of President Sergio Mattarella.
Regional Council President Comandini: "This visit fills all of Sardinia with pride."
Sergio Mattarella's presence on the island today is very important for all of Sardinia, not just for Nuoro. He comes to remember and recognize the great value of Grazia Deledda. May his presence also be a reminder to uphold the great value of a woman who was ahead of her time in women's emancipation.
Thus said the President of the Regional Council, Piero Comandini.
President Isre: «A surprise for Mattarella at the birthplace of Grazia Deledda»
"A busy day, with a surprise for the president at Deledda's house: Sergio Mattarella will be shown the original key to the house, found by the ISRE staff after a thorough search," said the ISRE president.
Everything is ready at Ten in Nuoro
Representatives of institutions and social partners take their seats at the TEN in Nuoro. Anticipation builds for Sergio Mattarella's arrival. Students rehearse songs for the president.
The president of the province Ciccolini: "Great sign of closeness to our community"
Collaborators included Giuseppe Deiana, Tonio Pillonca, Marilena Orunesu, and Simone Loi.