- La Magione - After the 1943 bombardament of Palermo, the area of Piazza Magione was heavily damaged. Many years have passed but this is still one of the poorest area of the city. But this is also the place where the two ‘anti-mafia’ heroes Falcone and Borsellino were born…
- Helmet
- Bicycle use
- Bottled water
- Snacks
Explore the rebirth of the city of Palermo as it refuses to forget its dark past by embarking on a 12kilometer bike journey that runs between the city center and its outskirts. This features prominent landmarks including the old town, the waterfront, Via Libertà, and the ‘Falcone Tree’ Memorial.
As you traverse the pedestrianised sections of the old city and the bike lanes linking it to the suburbs, witness the emerging transformation of Palermo - ‘inside and out’. The city is recuperating from the afflictions caused by ruthless Mafia violence that culminated in the 1992 bloodshed.
This expedition is in honour of the legendary Falcone and Borsellino, prosecutors gunned down by the Mafia, their deaths sparking outrage and defiance against the Mafia among the inhabitants of Sicily. This legacy resulted in a wave of action by a new generation of anti-Mafia campaigners. Present day youth remain dedicated to enhancing society and driving change, actively volunteering in grassroots initiatives like Addiopizzo.
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