Vista from the outside always appears beautiful. To those who live it, on the other hand, sometimes the Magone for the unexpressed potential and the ancient splendors that nostalgically praised. But Messina, our Messina how is it seen by those who crossed it? To open the flashbacks Alessandra Alfonsi, Romana: «The first time – he says – that I came down in Sicily it was a long time ago but the memory is still alive. By ferrying from Villa San Giovanni to dawn, the emotion of seeing the Madonnina who scrutinizes the sea and embraces everyone is indescribable. A beauty that remained in my heart. When we left I cried all the tears I had because I said to myself: “Who knows if I will see it all this scene”. Still? The smells, the atmosphere you breathe down, and also all the surrounding areas. And do we want to talk about desserts, brioche with ice cream, cannoli filled at the moment? I would be here to speak for hours … »
One who has changed their mind? Massimiliano Vizzielli, military of the GDF: «I enlisted – he says – in October 1993 and after two years of the course I was assigned to my first department: Messina. The approach was not the best due to my impatience and also cause what was told in the news. But instead I had to change my mind in the short term. You will soon learn about the place, to attend new friendships, wonderful people, helpful and ready to help me. The current bar near Piazza Dante was our Saturday evening meeting place for an aperitif. When my wife also came home in Spadafora. And the cuisine? Very good. Following a career advancement I was transferred to Gaeta and my Sicilian adventure ended in August 2000. Messina and the Sicilians have always remained in my heart, I hope to return ».
In love with our city he is also the director of “Free Willy”, Will Geiger: «Messina for me is a real jewel. The center is gorgeous. The restaurants and bars with the narrow in front. How wonderful! One of the first things I noticed is the particular light that in my opinion a film cannot make. You have to see it live. A enchanting thing. For me, a beer of the Strait with the pasta with clams in Torre Faro is the closest thing to paradise on earth. The tip is a unique place all over the world, with water that changes color and temperature every hour… many beautiful people both outside and inside. Know a Messina and in a short time you feel you have found a friend ». Words that make us savor the value of rediscovery and rebirth …
