Medal of Honour

Premio Mediterraneo "Medaglia d'Onore Istituzioni" - 2022
a Ennio De Rosa
Notary

Notary Ennio de Rosa generously made his professionalism and expertise available to achieve the establishment of the "UNITED STATES OF THE WORLD" and the subsequent approval of the "Constitution of the United States of the World", bringing together in two public acts the results of 35 years of commitment involving 181 countries around the world.
For this he was awarded the "Mediterranean Award" in recognition of his action in favour of peace.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor for Science and Research" - 2021
to Giuseppe D'Antonio
Medico

For having been able to combine the mission of a doctor with the rigor of a surgeon, dedicating himself with competence, passion and dedication especially to the most needy people, especially in the period of the pandemic.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor for Science and Research" - 2021
to Maria Rosaria Lupome
Biologist

In recognition of his unstinting activity with passion, love, competence and dedication in the field of coagulation: in particular in the study of genetic thrombophilia.
In recognition of an extraordinary professional career at the service of the Common Good and of scientific research, particularly in the difficult period of the pandemic.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor for Science and Research" - 2021
to Giovanna Maisto
Biologist

In recognition of his commitment to the study of immunology and hematology. In recognition of a professional activity at the service of scientific research, in particular during the difficult period of the pandemic.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor for Science and Research" - 2021
to Fabio Perricone
Gynecologist and Specialist in Reproductive Medicine

For having been able to combine the soul of an artist with the profession of a doctor, devoting herself with attention and dedication in supporting the scientific activity during the pandemic period.
In recognition of a career full of achievements, in particular, the scientific and human contribution given in the difficult period of the pandemic.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor for Civil Society" - 2019
to Giuseppe Antoci
Politic

To Giuseppe Antoci - former president of the Parco dei Nebrodi from 2013 to 13 February 2018 - for having introduced a protocol for the allocation of land rents, which provides for the presentation of the anti-mafia certificate even for those with a value of less than 150,000 euros.
This "Legality Protocol" was first extended to all of Sicily - signed by all the Prefects of the island - and then implemented by the new anti-mafia code on 27 September 2017: it is now applied throughout Italy. Three years ago, on May 18, 2016, Antoci was the victim of a Mafia attack, from which he emerged unscathed thanks to the armored car and the intervention of the escort.
Defined by the writer Andrea Camilleri as "A Hero of our times", Giuseppe Antoci has proven to be a brave person who, doing his duty, fights the mafia and lawlessness.
For this he is awarded this prize.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor Institutions" - 2019
to Pasquale Angelosanto
Brigadier General and Commander of the Special Operational Grouping of the Carabinieri (ROS)

To Pasquale Angelosanto, for his daily commitment in the fight against the mafia and terrorism, in defense of the values ​​and fundamental rights of the human person.
His commitment against subversion and terrorism - already starting with the investigations into the murders of Prof. Massimo d'Antona and Prof. Marco Biagi, killed by the Red Brigades, and counteracting the activities of the 'ndrangheta Ruga-Gallace Novella, working between Anzio and Nettuno - highlighted her investigative skills but, above all, her human qualities.
The ROS is heir to the special anti-crime sections of General Carlo Alberto from the Church: and it is precisely to his teachings that General Angelosanto refers to, reminding his Carabinieri to “not stop at the episode, to analyze the context, to reason and move as the 'opponent; not to settle after the first blow, but to continue and dismantle the whole criminal group ".
An example on which General Angelosanto bases his daily action, to which this Award is assigned.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor to the memory for Social Solidarity" - 2019
to Luciano Tavazza
Journalist

To Luciano Tavazza, a man, a believer and a volunteer who taught us how profoundly free politics can be: that means not only doing something for others without money, but above all taking responsibility responsibly and free of human coexistence and consequently the social dimension and human of every person.
With her life she emphasized the ethical primacy of solidarity with respect to the sphere of utility, acting without ulterior motives to meet every person in need, helping her to respond to those needs that make her poor, marginalized, dependent.
A political choice of commitment to change what can and must be changed by recalling the Constitution of the Italian Republic: not just a Charter to remember or to frame, but a daily commitment to achieve that Moral Constitution, Rights and Duties that it presupposes.
This Award is given to the memory of Luciano Tavazza, so that his work is not forgotten and our common commitment to others is not satisfied with a world that does not want to change anything.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honor for Culture" - 2019
to Annella Prisco
Journalist, writer

To Annella Prisco, for her work and, in particular, for the book “Girasoli al vento. Riflessioni e ricordi su mio padre (Guida editori)” in which the author remembers her father Michele, one of the most significant protagonists of twentieth-century literature.
Annella Prisco prefers, for this writing, to narrate the human side of the father, retracing pages of life lived, of family life, accompanied by reflections on the times we live, on how much the world has changed in just fifteen years, the way of communicating and to live.
These beautiful pages of memories fly away lightly and at the same time are veiled by melancholy for the figure of a father, as well as a writer, affectionate and present who has always had a special relationship with his two daughters Annella and Caterina.
Annella Prisco uses the metaphor of the "Sunflowers" writing: "We are sunflowers in the wind, moved by the current of the unknowns, of the sudden change of the scenarios, but with the ability to turn, despite everything, always looking towards the sun, towards a near horizon or far away, but nevertheless welcoming for everyone, in the perennial game of the parts, which is the becoming and the destiny of human history".
This Award is given to Annella Prisco as a worthy heir of a True Culture.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour for Environment and         Co-Development" - 2019
to Lucio Ubertini
UNESCO UN program WWAP

He is awarded for the constant and significant commitment to improve the management of water resources and access to water and sanitation services health care, in order to overcome poverty and tackle social and economic inequalities in the world.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour for Environment and           Co-Development" - 2019
to András Szöllősi-Nagy
Chair of the "Soutainable Water Future" program and former rector of UNESCO's Water Education Institute

He is awarded for the constant and significant commitment to improve the management of water resources and access to water and sanitation services health care, in order to overcome poverty and tackle social and economic inequalities in the world.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour for Environment and        Co-Development" - 2019
to Michela Miletto
Deputy coordinator of the UNESCO UN program WWAP

Is rewarded for the constant and significant commitment to improve the management of water resources and access to water and sanitation services health care, in order to overcome poverty and tackle social and economic inequalities in the world.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour for Legality" - 2018
to Luigi Riello
General Attorney at the Court of Appeal of Naples, ITALY

The award was assigned to Luigi Riello for his daily commitment against the Mafia and for the courage to speak the truth at the opening of the judicial year. His action is aimed at establishing the binomial "justice-legality" as the foundation of ethics in politics and society.

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" for information - 2016
a Madeleine Rossi
Journalist, FRANCE

Madeleine Rossi è una donna eccezionale che ha esercitato la funzione di informazione contro la corruzione, la microcriminalità di tipo mafioso ed altre. È stata spesso una delle prime donne ad accedere a determinate responsabilità nell’informazione sul tema della criminalità, delle mafie, dei conflitti, delle religioni, ecc…
L'impegno di Madeleine Rossi rimane indiscutibile fino ad oggi. La sua vasta conoscenza dei fenomeni connessi con il crimine ha anche contribuito a dare un nuovo impulso alla politica della giustizia sociale.

Awarding Ceremony
Florence, 16 december 2016

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" - 2014
to Vincenzo Capezzuto
Mayor of Procida, ITALY

For having contributed to the creation of the “Totem for Peace”, a universal symbol of dialogue and cooperation among cities and peoples of the World, which was erected in the town of Procida, Island for peace.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 14 March 2014

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" - 2014
to Raffaele Ferraioli
Mayor of Furore, ITALY

For having contributed to the creation of the “Totem for Peace”, a universal symbol of dialogue and cooperation among cities and peoples of the World, which was erected in the town of Furore.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 14 March 2014

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" - 2013
To Nicola Parisi
Mayor of Buccino, ITALY

For having contributed to the creation of the “Totem for Peace”, a universal symbol of dialogue and cooperation among cities and peoples of the World, which was erected in the town of Buccino (Antica Volcej).

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" - 2013
to Giosuè Starita
Mayor of Torre Annunziata, ITALY

For having contributed to the creation of the “Totem for Peace”, a universal symbol of dialogue and cooperation among cities and peoples of the World, which was erected in the city of Torre Annunziata.

The Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" for  Social Services 2013
to Istituto Professionale “Morvillo Falcone” di Brindisi
Preside Rosanna Maci, ITALIA

The Mediterranean Foundation gave the Institute the award in memory of the student Melissa Bassi brutally murdered. The President of the Institute, Rosanna Maci, expressed his recognition for this award and his personal admiration for the work done in recent years by the Fondazione Mediterraneo, adhering to the plan drawn up by the latter to achieve the "Totem of Peace" Brindisi, dedicated to Melissa Netherlands.

The victim of a senseless act of terrorism and crime, with his sacrifice brought together young people from around the world to reaffirm the value of legality and peace as the foundation of any civilized society based on individual rights.
Not to forget the Fondazione Mediterraneo Le assigns the "Medal of Honor for Legality."

Awarding Ceremony
Napoli, 04 gennaio 2013

Mediterranean Award "Medaglia d'Onore" per l'Infanzia - 2012
to Ermanno Russo
Assessore alle Attività Sociali della Regione Campania
ITALY

At a solemn ceremony held at the close of the World Forum for Child Welfare 2012 attended by delegates from all over the world, the “Medal of Honour for Children" was presented to Ermanno Russo, Councillor for Social Affairs in the Campania Region.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 29 november 2012

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" per l'Infanzia - 2012
to Catriona Williams
Presidente dell'International Forum for Child Welfare
ITALY

At a solemn ceremony held at the close of the World Forum for Child Welfare 2012 attended by delegates from all over the world, the “Medal of Honour for Children" was presented to Catriona Williams, President of the International Forum for Child Welfare.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 29 november 2012

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" per l'Infanzia - 2012
a Ivano Abbruzzi
Direttore de L'Albero della Vita Onlus
ITALY

At a solemn ceremony held at the close of the World Forum for Child Welfare 2012 attended by delegates from all over the world, the “Medal of Honour for Children" was presented to Ivano Abbruzzi, Director of the “Albero della Vita” Charitable Organization.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 29 november 2012

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" pour la diplomatie - 2012
to Michele Di Gianni

Per aver dedicato la propria vita ad un’azione diplomatica fondata sulla coralità e sulla condivisione.
Grazie alla sua tenacia ed alla sua capacità di relazionarsi, nella veste di Console onorario di Malta e del Giappone e, poi, di Segretario Generale dell’Unione dei Consoli Onorari d’Italia, costituisce un punto di riferimento per la diplomazia e, specialmente, per il ruolo del “Console Onorario” che rappresenta un legame importante tra le città ed i vari Paesi del mondo, ancor di più in questo momento di cambiamenti sullo scenario globale.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 23 september 2011

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" per la ricerca e la scienza - 2011
MARCO SALVATORE

Per aver dedicato la propria vita alla scienza ed alla ricerca e per aver realizzato strutture diagnostiche di assoluta avanguardia in Italia e nel mondo, in grado di migliorare la qualità e le aspettative di vita dei malati.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 23 september 2011

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" per l’editoria - 2011
ROSARIO BIANCO

Per aver contribuito alla diffusione della cultura napoletana nel mondo dando visibilità e spazio alla parte “Positiva” della città di Napoli: le bellezze naturali, il grande patrimonio culturale e artistico, l’artigianato e i mestieri d’arte.
Un viaggio unico attraverso la storia, la geografia, le tradizioni, i costumi e soprattutto il “destino” di una città da sempre al centro dei processi della storia.
Con il periodico “L’Espresso Napoletano”, diffuso in tutto il mondo, Napoli e la Campania riacquistano una nuova luce di positività che, proprio in questo momento storico, è indispensabile per assicurare a tutti un futuro basato sullo sviluppo condiviso e sulla partecipazione attiva.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 23 september 2011

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" per l’alta formazione - 2011
GENNARO FERRARA

Per aver contribuito alla rinascita dell’Ateneo.
Per 24 anni Magnifico Rettore, è stato capace di aumentare a 5 le Facoltà e a portare da 1000 a 18.000 gli studenti iscritti.
Sotto la sua guida tenace ed appassionata, l’Università degli Studi di Napoli “Parthenope”, già Istituto Universitario Navale, si è sviluppata non solo dal punto di vista quantitativo ma, soprattutto, nell’alta qualità formativa, ponenedosi alla pari di Atenei di antica costituzione in Italia e nel mondo.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 23 september 2011

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" per la giustizia - 2011
CARLO ALEMI
Presidente del Tribunale - Napoli - ITALIA

Per aver dedicato la propria vita ai valori della giustizia e della legalità, combattendo strenuamente la mafia e la camorra. Per aver restituito al Tribunale di Napoli efficienza e funzionalità, invertendo una tendenza radicatasi negli anni a vantaggio della giustizia e dei diritti dei cittadini.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 23 september 2011

Mediterranean Award "Medal of Honour" - 2011
CANTORI DI POSILLIPO

A historical group which, under the guidance of Santina Picone, has earned a prominent place on the international scene promoting Neapolitan songs in their beauty and authenticity through a chorus of voices of rare talent.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per l’alto valore simbolico di un progetto che da vari anni contribuisce all’interconnessione culturale e sociale delle popolazioni del Mediterraneo. In particolare quest’anno per la dedizione e l’impegno di confermare la realizzazione del tour in un contesto di tensioni e conflitti che non hanno demotivato il team di Mediterraid che ha voluto essere nel cuore del grande mare con un messaggio di pace e di cooperazione fra tutte le genti della nostra culla di cultura e civiltà.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per la pronta e appassionata disponibilità a supportare con competenze tecnologiche e capacità comunicativa il progetto di Mediterraid che diventa linguaggio di collegamento con il mondo culturale italiano proprio grazie al portale web della Rai. Rai Nuovi Media conferma la centralità del servizio pubblico anche nel nuovo ambiente digitale in virtù di una strategia di sussidiarietà della comunicazione che abilita ogni soggetto ad essere protagonista dei propri messaggi in campo nazionale ed internazionale.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

EUTELSAT - 2011
Primo Operatore Satellitare Europeo, EUROPA

Per la sensibilità e l’attenzione che rivolge al mondo della cultura e della cooperazione del Mediterraneo, dove opera come principale vettore di comunicazione e di reciproco riconoscimento. Eutelsat assicura la convergenza delle culture mediterranee con una fitta rete di opportunità di connessioni satellitari che rende questo mare sempre più il prolungamento della terra e la sede della straordinaria produzione culturale di un’unica comunità di pace.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per aver contribuito, nello spirito del servizio pubblico, a diffondere un'informazione coerente ed obiettiva sul rispetto dell'etica e sulle responsabilità.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per aver all'affermarsi di una giustizia amministrativa capace di tutelare il cittadino nel rispetto delle norme. Questa azione è di esempio per i Paesi del Mediterraneo.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per aver contribuito alla realizzazione del “Totem della Pace Tricolore”, simbolo universale del dialogo e della cooperazione tra le città e i popoli del Mondo, nella città di Torino in occasione del 150° Anniversario dell'Unità d'Italia.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per aver contribuito alla realizzazione del “Totem della Pace Tricolore”, simbolo universale del dialogo e della cooperazione tra le città e i popoli del Mondo, nella città di Torino in occasione del 150° Anniversario dell'Unità d'Italia.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per aver contribuito alla realizzazione del “Totem della Pace”, simbolo universale del dialogo e della cooperazione tra le città e i popoli del Mondo, a Dakhla.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per aver contribuito alla realizzazione del “Totem della Pace”, simbolo universale del dialogo e della cooperazione tra le città e i popoli del Mondo, nella città di Fès.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Per aver contribuito alla realizzazione del “Totem della Pace”, simbolo universale del dialogo e della cooperazione tra le città e i popoli del Mondo, nella città di Rabat.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Antonio Saitta - 2011
President of the Province of Turin, ITALY

For contributing to the realisation of the “Tricolored Totem for Peace”, a universal symbol of dialogue and cooperation among cities and peoples in the World, in the city of Turin on the occasion of the 150th Anniversary of the Italian Unity.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 20 may 2011

Town of Pescasseroli - 2010
Mayor Nunzio Finamore, ITALY

For contributing to the realization at Pescasseroli of the “Totem for Peace” by the Turin sculptor Mario Molinari.

Awarding Ceremony
Pescasseroli, 30 September 2010

Europarc Federation - 2010
President Erika Stanciu, GERMANY

For contributing, by its action, to the defence of nature and to the promotion of eco-sustainable and eco-compatible development.

Awarding Ceremony
Pescasseroli, 30 September 2010

Michele Voria - 2010
Mayor of Rutino, ITALY

For his commitment to the realization of the monumental “Totem for Peace” in the Town of Rutino.

Awarding Ceremony
Rutino, 7 August 2010

Jozefina Topalli - 2010
President of the Albanian Parliament, ALBANIA

For her action, as President of the Albanian Parliament, to defend the rights of women and children.

Awarding Ceremony
Capri, 27 July 2010

Vincenzo Galgano - 2010
Attorney General of the Republic of Naples, ITALY

For having fulfilled the function of Attorney General of Naples with commitment and dedication, reaching the climax of the legal career. For having fought against unauthorized building and environmental degradation in the complex region of Campania through vigorous and concrete actions. For having been an example of incorruptible Justice, while being a man of deep humanity.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 28 June 2010

Cecilia Chiavelli - 2010
Artist, ITALY

For the message of solidarity and union among the communities of the Mediterranean that her work “Nostro Mare Nostro” is meant to communicate.

Awarding Ceremony
Gaeta, 17 April 2010

H.R.H. Beatrice of Bourbon – Two Sicilies - 2010
ITALY

Her commitment to solidarity, young people and the valorisation of the cultural, artistic, architectural, environmental and, archaeological heritage of the Mediterranean is unanimously recognized and is an example for all those who wish to undertake partnership actions.

Awards Ceremony
Naples, 13 June 2010

Fausto e Marion Marchi - 2009
ITALY

The Inauguration and Launching Ceremony of the boat Megaride – Grande Mediterraneo, donated to the Fondazione Mediterraneo by Fausto and Marion Marchi, took place within the Yacht Med Festival event. As a mark of gratitude they received the Medal of Honour of the Mediterranean Award. The Boat represents Mediterranean Countries and has been recognized not only by the countries overlooking the Basin but also by International Institutions such as the Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly and the United Nations.

Awarding Ceremony
Gaeta, 27 March 2009

Consormare del Golfo - 2009
Centro Servizi per l'Economia del Mare, ITALY

The Inauguration and Launching Ceremony of the boat Megaride – Grande Mediterraneo, donated to the Fondazione Mediterraneo by Fausto and Marion Marchi, took place within the Yacht Med Festival event. The Boat, restored by Consormare del Golfo represents Mediterranean Countries and has been recognized by International Institutions. Fondazione Mediterraneo awarded Consormare del Golfo with the Medal of Honour for the renewal of the Boat.

Awarding Ceremony
Gaeta, 27 March 2009

Camera di Commercio di Latina - 2009
President Vincenzo Zottola, ITALY

The Inauguration and Launching Ceremony of the boat Megaride – Grande Mediterraneo, donated to the Fondazione Mediterraneo by Fausto and Marion Marchi, took place within the “Yacht Med Festival” event. The Boat, restored by Consormare del Golfo represents Mediterranean Countries and has been recognized not only by the Countries overlooking the Basin but also by International Institutions such as the Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly, the United Nations and others. The initiative was realized thanks to the sensibility of the President Vincenzo Zottola.

Awarding Ceremony
Gaeta, 27 March 2009

Scuola Nautica Guardia di Finanza di Gaeta - 2009
Scuola Nautia, ITALY

The Inauguration and Launching Ceremony of the boat Megaride – Grande Mediterraneo, donated to the Fondazione Mediterraneo by Fausto and Marion Marchi, took place within the “Yacht Med Festival” event. This initiative is supported by the Scuola Nautica Guardia di Finanza of Gaeta which was awarded with the Medal of Honour.

Awarding Ceremony
Gaeta, 27 March 2009

Istituto Nautico Caboto - 2009
Istituto Nautico, ITALY

The Inauguration and Launching Ceremony of the boat Megaride – Grande Mediterraneo, donated to the Fondazione Mediterraneo by Fausto and Marion Marchi, took place within the “Yacht Med Festival” event. This initiative is supported by the Istituto Nautico Caboto which was awarded with the Medal of Honour.

Awarding Ceremony
Gaeta, 27 March 2009

Abdel Hadi Majali - 2007
President of the House of Deputies of the Jordanian Parliament, JORDAN

For the contribution to the consolidation of a parliamentary dimension and for the cooperation with civil society, youth and women. With his actions he put politics and parliaments in the middle of a partnership with the Countries of the “Greater Mediterranean”.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 5 July 2010

Peter Straub - 2007
President of the Committee of the Regions, GERMANY

For the contribution to the consolidation of a parliamentary dimension and for the cooperation with civil society, youth and women. With his actions he put politics and parliaments in the middle of a partnership with the Countries of the “Greater Mediterranean”.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 5 July 2010

Ernest Benach - 2007
President of the Parliament of Catalonia, SPAIN

For the contribution to the consolidation of a parliamentary dimension and for the cooperation with civil society, youth and women. With his actions he put politics and parliaments in the middle of a partnership with the Countries of the “Greater Mediterranean”.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 5 July 2010

Alessandro Tesini - 2007
President of the Conference of the Regional Assemblies and of the Regional Assembly of Friuli Venezia Giulia, ITALY

For the contribution to the consolidation of a parliamentary dimension and for the cooperation with civil society, youth and women. With his actions he put politics and parliaments in the middle of a partnership with the Countries of the “Greater Mediterranean”.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 5 July 2010

Ordine degli Architetti di Napoli - 2005
President Paolo Pisciotta, ITALY

For spreading the culture of Mediterranean architecture and for contributing to the exchanges among the Associations of Architects in the Mediterranean Countries.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 24 October 2005

Eugenio Bennato - 2004
Singer and musician, ITALY

For having spread the value of dialogue among society and cultures with his music and, especially, with his album “Che il Mediterraneo sia”, which is an indispensable tool for peace and shared development.

Awarding Ceremony
Naples, 28 May 2004

City of Herculaneum - 2003
Mayor Luisa Bossa, ITALY

Ercolano deserves much more than the bad reputation that a small number of its inhabitants has inflicted on it. The stretch of land linking Vesuvius to the sea initially strikes for the beauty of its natural landscape that foreign visitors, like the great French writer Colette, have celebrated with admiration and emotion. A sort of archaeological vertigo, making this inspired place rival the famous nearby Pompeii, pulses below the strolling tourists. The splendour of the wonderful villas that from the 18th century onwards have multiplied so as to form the enchanted so-called square of Elbeuf behind the Porticoes protecting this almost unique architectural complex, go by before the visitor’s eyes. Therefore the arguments supporting a Renaissance for this emblematic City are quite numerous. We have no doubts that the different events, such as the one that gathers us here to make the Mediterranean Hymn resound inside the walls of this ancient and modern City, will help, thanks to your initiatives, Mrs Mayor, give back the right place to Ercolano, among the cities built on the shores of our Common Sea, like the grains of a rosary for a common prayer Inspired by a Mediterranean faithful to its past, but definitely open to its future.

Awarding Ceremony
Herculaneum, 14 September 2003