by InTrieste
In a city where cobblestone streets whisper of the past, a unique literary tour invites participants to explore the intertwined legacies of two of Trieste’s most celebrated figures: Domenico Rossetti, the scholar and cultural patron, and Umberto Saba, the revered poet. This guided walk, scheduled for Monday, December 9, at 3:30 PM, promises an immersive journey through Trieste’s rich cultural and historical tapestry.
Organized by the Municipality of Trieste’s School, Education, and Libraries Service, the event begins in the shadow of the Biblioteca Civica at Piazza Hortis, with Riccardo Cepach and Alessandra Sirugo leading the way. Alongside the guides, a Sign Language interpreter will ensure accessibility for the deaf community, offering inclusive insights into the works of Rossetti and Saba.
The tour traces a route steeped in meaning. It meanders through Via del Monte, which Saba immortalized in his poem Tre vie as the “street of sacred affections.” Stops include Piazza Unità, once home to the Minerva Society, founded in 1810 to promote cultural enlightenment, and Piazza della Borsa, where a statue of Rossetti, clad in ancient Roman attire, adorns the façade of a historic building.
This event is part of For a Petrarchan Anniversary (1374–2024), a year-long celebration commemorating 650 years since the death of Francesco Petrarca (Petrarch). Supported by the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, the initiative also marks 100 years of the Libreria Antiquaria Umberto Saba, a cornerstone of the poet’s life and work. Freshly restored, the library now stands as a testament to Trieste’s enduring literary legacy.
“The streets of Trieste are alive with history,” says Alessandra Sirugo. “This tour not only connects participants to the city’s past but also to the universal power of poetry and culture.”
Participation is free, though reservations are required. To register, email museopetrarchesco@comune.trieste.it. For more information, call +39 040 6758184 or visit museopetrarchesco.it.
