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As part of the "Slow Neighborhood" pilot program, the Antalya Metropolitan Municipality is creating a 14,000 m² ecological park in the Döşemealtı district. ANTALYA –  The face of Yeşilbayır is changing under the vision of the City of Antalya . In coordination with the Cittaslow Network, the Municipality is currently constructing a new public park designed to serve as the heart of the "Slow Neighborhood" (Sakin Mahalle) pilot area in the Döşemealtı district. Spanning approxima

This fall, Gaochun welcomed a group of friends from afar—the delegation of teachers and students from Ancel Keys College in Italy! On November 10th, they arrived in Gaochun, Nanjing, and began a two-week internship exchange, immersing themselves in the "slow life" of Gaochun and authentic Chinese culinary culture. When "Mediterranean Cuisine" Meets "Gaochun Flavors" At the Liuzhouhui Hotel, 12 teachers and students from Ancel Keys College through on-the-job training, delved i

On December 5th, the 2025 Cittaslow Chinese Coordination Conference was successfully convened in Chongqing Longhe Cittaslow . The Chief Coordinator of the China Cittaslow Coordination Committee , the China Cittaslow Ambassador, representatives from 17 Chinese Cittaslow cities, and representatives from Cittaslow application areas gathered together to discuss the "slow" philosophy and plan for "slow" development. The meeting was presided over by Kong Zhihui, the Coordinator o

Discovering one of Italy’s most evocative villages, amidst excellent tastings and timeless traditions. The Post: Immerse yourself in a timeless atmosphere where quality of life meets the beauty of history. Anghiari , a pearl of Tuscany and a pride of our network, prepares to close 2025 with two unmissable events that perfectly embody the Cittaslow spirit : valuing the local territory, appreciating things done well, and celebrating the pleasure of conviviality. Mark your calen

Cittaslow Hadong held the 5 th  Pyeongsari Rice-fields Soccer Event in Akyang-myeon on November 22 nd (Sat.). The festival is a combination of sports a culture planned and supervised by the cooperative Nolluwa, designed as a sports festival that can be enjoyed by men and women of all ages without any regional, age or gender restrictions with soccer ball made of straw, in the rice field after the harvest season. At the opening ceremony, the mayor of Hadong, Ha Seung chul and

San Miniato has officially inaugurated the 54th White Truffle Fair of the San Miniato Hills , one of Tuscany’s most renowned events and a significant example of how local communities can enhance their identity and excellence through cooperation, sustainability, and long-term vision. The 2025 edition marks an important milestone with the signing of the “San Miniato Hills” protocol, recognized by Regional Law 36/2023. The project brings together 30 municipalities across the p

Here’s the English version of the article, adapted for publication on the Cittaslow International – Italy website, in a clear and professional tone aligned with Cittaslow’s values and communication style: The Valley of Peace and Authenticity: Valchiavenna Joins the UN Tourism Network A milestone towards a global and sustainable tourism future Valchiavenna, in northern Lombardy, has reached a historic milestone in its long-standing commitment to authentic, responsible tourism

This is a key moment in the city's history, opening a new chapter in its development and restoring its old spa traditions. The status of a health resort is not only a formal title – it is also a symbol of a return to the historical traditions of Lidzbark Warmiński , which was known a hundred years ago as a place with exceptional natural and health values. Mayor Jacek Wiśniowski determinedly led the city towards this goal, combining tradition with a vision of modern, ecologic

In line with the values of the international Cittaslow movement , which promotes a better quality of life based on sustainability, community, and respect for local identity, the Quermany School of Pals has joined this year’s municipal initiative to raise awareness of the natural, cultural, and human heritage that defines Pals. The project aims to highlight local products , architectural heritage , and the natural environment , while preserving the town’s most deeply rooted t

Cittaslow. The recognition was awarded by the United Nations on October 17, 2025, in Huzhou, China. Villages that best combine sustainable tourism, innovation, enhancement of local products, environmental protection, and quality of life. A prestigious United Nations recognition for Italy and, indirectly, for the Cittaslow network : the villages of Asolo (TV) and Bellano (LC) have been named Best Tourism Villages 2025 .The award was received on October 17, 2025, in Huzhou,

Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October in the central Piazza 1° Maggio San Miniato, 13.10.2025 – Everything is ready in Balconevisi, a hamlet of San Miniato (PI), for the 47th White Truffle and Mushroom Festival: the event will take place on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 October in the central Piazza 1° Maggio, with a gastronomic extension at the “A. Posarelli” sports center. The festival program, organized by U.S. Balconevisi and Balconevisi Eventi with the patronage of the Municipal

On Thursday, October 9, 2025, Minister Daniela Santanchè met with a delegation of mayors from Cittaslow municipalities, the Italian...

The historic city center of Antalya, Kaleiçi, which blends the traces of the past with the rhythm of today, opens its doors to the cities...

The 6th Cittaslow Taiwan Alliance Annual Conference was held in September 2025 in Dongyin , Lienchiang—the first time on an outlying...

Honey and sustainable culture take center stage in a village that has become a hub of excellence Mulazzo was truly beautiful with the...

Cittaslow International has formally requested to take part as a civil party in the trial opening tomorrow at the Court of Salerno, in...

September 20–21, 2025 | Castagneto di Baiso (RE), Italy Nature, culture, and community come together in the heart of the Apennines for...

From September 19 to 21, 2025, Castel San Pietro Terme will host the 45th edition of “Tre Gocce d’Oro – Grandi Mieli d’Italia” , the...

On September 20–21 in Mulazzo, a new family event: a new festival dedicated to the territory Mulazzo is preparing to celebrate its...

This late-September, unlock the doors to Gascony’s living legacy. Chai Ouvert invites you to wander from half-timbered cellars to...