To spot the Park of Remembrance, look ahead for two tall stone pillars with horizontal stripes and big dates carved into them-they mark the entrance to the park, right across from the street.
As you stand here, imagine yourself in 1935, when Cagliari decided to create a living memory for those who fell in the First World War. This place isn’t just a quiet park; it’s a tribute built from strong Serrenti stone and trachyte, designed by Ubaldo Badas to help everyone remember the city’s heroes. Pass through the stone pillars, and you’ll notice the incredible dates of the Great War carved deep into the walls, each one almost standing guard over the names of the fallen, etched for eternity between two stone bundles.
The air feels a little heavier here. Maybe it’s the whisper of the cypress trees, or just the sense that every stone is keeping a silent promise-a vow to never forget the sacrifices made. Step closer and take a look at the exedra in the center, where all the names are lined up like a roll call of bravery, as if waiting for you to salute them with a quiet nod. It's a place of respect, but also hope, teaching us that even after the storm of war, something peaceful and beautiful can grow. And don’t worry, the only battle happening here now is squirrels fighting over acorns-nature’s own little comedy show!
