by Alessandra Ressa
On March 22, the United Nations will once again mark World Water Day, an annual initiative aimed at raising awareness about the global importance of water. In Trieste, a city with deep historical ties to water management, local organizations have planned a series of public events focused on education and preservation.
Ami Scout and the Adriatic Speleology Society of Trieste are organizing activities to explore water’s historical, social, and environmental significance, with particular attention to the challenges posed by climate change.
The day’s program will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the Lavatoio di San Giacomo, where a theatrical presentation titled A Qua Semo will tell stories about Trieste’s water history, including the 18th-century Teresian Aqueduct. A temporary exhibition will display works created by students during 2024 summer workshops.
At 3:00 p.m., the aqueduct itself—one of Trieste’s key historical infrastructures—will open its Capofonte (main spring) at Via alle Cave 55, allowing visitors to experience the city’s water supply history firsthand.
The evening will conclude at 6:30 p.m. at the Speleovivarium, where interactive exhibits, water-related games, and workshops for families will take place. The event will be repeated on Sunday morning.
All events are free to the public, with attendance limited to venue capacity.
World Water Day was established by the United Nations in 1993 and is observed globally as an opportunity to promote sustainable water use and equitable access.
