This project is a tribute to my grandfather, grandmother, and aunt, who spent their lives in this small village nestled in a scenic part of Calabria, surrounded by rugged mountains, forests, and natural parks.
The village of Fabrizia has a long rich history, with roots dating back to ancient times. Like many small villages in Calabria, it has been influenced by various civilizations, including the Greeks, Romans, and later the Normans and Byzantines.
However, like many realities of ancient villages in Italy, solitude and abandonment now prevail.
The village was home to numerous skilled craftsmen, including blacksmiths, tailors, and axe masters.
In the last days of 1972, a significant flood drastically altered the village's landscape leaving only ruins and sadness of what once was a bustling village and where once life and folklore thrived.
The beauty of the glorious period is still visible in many details and the many memories and stories of those who remained.
