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Cittaslow International will be in Antalya with Secretary General Pier Giorgio Oliveti and Prof. Giacomo Degli Antoni from the University of Parma, with which the Association collaborates, to highlight the contribution of local communities to climate resilience. 📍 The panel will take place in Antalya, a Cittaslow Supporter, as part of the United Nations Climate Change Conference. 📅 14 November 2026 🕜 1:30–2:15 p.m., local time 📌 COP31 Green Zone – Resilient Cities G2 Hub

From 1 to 4 November 2026, the Cittaslow city of Safranbolu, Türkiye, brought together farmers, researchers, chefs, young talents and international guests for four days dedicated to saffron, local heritage and community life. Safranbolu’s Geographical Indication (GI) registered saffron was at the heart of the 10th International Saffron Festival, with a programme connecting agricultural traditions, gastronomic innovation, scientific research and cultural exchange. The festival