Cutro
Steccato di Cutro: History and Territory
Steccato di Cutro is a municipal district located in Calabria, a region that offers unique natural and historical beauties to the world. According to some historical evidence, this seaside resort was called Torre Tacina and was part of the diocese of Isola Capo Rizzuto. The history of Steccato dates back to the end of the 12th century, and sees the control of the land in the area passing from the diocese to the Barons of Tacina and Massanova. In the nineteenth century, the property passed to the Barracco family, who maintained possession of the area until 1950, when the "Opera di Valorizzazione Sila" seized the barons' lands.
The Modern Architecture of Steccato di Cutro and San Leonardo di Cutro
The modern urban planning of Steccato di Cutro and San Leonardo di Cutro was commissioned by the "Opera Valorizzazione Sila" and designed by Turin architect Giovanni Astengo between 1952 and 1955. The result is a series of buildings in line with the cultural and architectural trends of the time, which create an interesting mix of modernity and tradition. The architecture of these two villages represents an element of great fascination for visitors.
The 2023 shipwreck
A tragic episode shook the Ionian Sea near Steccato di Cutro in the night between 25 and 26 February 2023. Due to rough sea conditions, a pleasure craft from Turkey, carrying 250 people, broke up and sank. The tragedy claimed 72 lives and left many people missing. This event deeply shook not only the area of Steccato but the entire country and made it clear the need for a global management of the humanitarian crisis that drives so many people to seek a better life away from their homelands.
Conclusions
In summary, Steccato di Cutro is a place rich in history and natural beauty that deserves to be discovered and appreciated. Here, modern architecture coexists with tradition, creating a unique fascination in the world. The tragic event of the 2023 shipwreck invites reflection on the need to find more effective and coordinated solutions at the international level to manage the humanitarian crisis that affects the lives of so many people worldwide.
