#alicudi

[aretis]

Postcard from Alicudi Italy 🇮🇹 ☕️☀️😘🌊

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Umwelt #

« Au bout d'un moment on s'arrête et on s'assied par terre. On ne parle pas. On écoute les bruits. Il y a des vols d'insectes saccadés tout près. Quand ils ont fini on entend du silence puis un bourdonnement continu et qu'on dirait lointain. On se rend compte que c'est le bruit fait par tous les insectes qui sont en train de voler à ce moment-là, que c'est un bruit très fort qui ne peut pas se confondre avec le bruit des gens qui sont dans les champs. On se rend compte avec ce bourdonnement qu'il y a là un monde différent duquel il n'est pas possible de faire partie. On se frotte les oreilles parce que le bourdonnement devient de plus en plus insistant de plus en plus continu on arrive à le percevoir comme une stridence unique et insupportable, on finit par se demander s'il ne vient pas de soi, on se bouche les oreilles même, mais quand on enlève les doigts il ne s'est pas relâché. De temps en temps une grosse mouche ou une abeille ou un frelon se posent tout près, ça fait alors un bruit mécanique un ronronnement particulier à l'origine précise, puis ça retourne à l'autre bruit, au grand bruit de fond, ça s'y perd. »

Monique Wittig, l’Opoponax , Minuit, 1964

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[the-entangler]

“If you’d come here 30 years ago, you would have realised that reality here works differently,”

[bocekcicek]

Alicudi La Casa del Pittore

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ALICUDI & FILICUDI – Lombardi Marmi

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Get Your Goat: Italian Island Overrun By The Animals Offers To Give Them Away

Mayor Makes Offer After Number of Goats on Alicudi Reaches Six Times Human Population

— Rome, Italy 🇮🇹 | Angela Giuffrida | Thursday 4 April 2024

The number of goats has grown so rapidly in recent years that they started to gravitate to inhabited areas, causing havoc in gardens and even wandering into people’s homes. Photograph: Digital Zoo/Getty Images

The mayor of a remote Italian island overrun by wild goats has offered to give the animals away to anyone willing to take one in.

Riccardo Gullo came up with the novel idea after a recent census estimated the number of goats on the five-square kilometre Alicudi, the smallest of Sicily’s Aeolian archipelago, was six times the island’s year-round population of 100.

The animals, adept at navigating Alicudi’s steep cliffs, once lived harmoniously alongside the human inhabitants and became as much of a tourist attraction as its dormant volcano.

But their number has grown so rapidly in recent years that they started to gravitate from their usual abode at the top of the island towards the inhabited area, damaging lush green vegetation, causing havoc in gardens and allotments, knocking away portions of stone walls and even wandering into people’s homes, prompting demands for a solution.

Alicudi, which is a two to three-hour boat ride from mainland Sicily, falls under the administration of the larger island of Lipari.

The “adopt a goat” initiative was deemed to be the best way of managing the issue in the most compassionate way.

“We absolutely do not want to even consider culling the animals, so we are encouraging the idea of giving them away,” said Gullo. “Anyone can make a request for a goat, it doesn’t have to be a farmer, and there are no restrictions on numbers.”

People have until 10 April to make their request. “We have already had several phone calls, including from a farmer on Vulcano island who would like to take several goats as, among other things, he produces a ricotta cheese which is much appreciated,” added Gullo. “If someone has the capacity to domesticate a goat, it could be a beautiful and more humane way to control the issue.”

Goats were first brought to Alicudi 20 years ago by, it is believed, someone who intended to breed the animals. But the plan fell by the wayside and the goats were left to their own devices. The problems caused by their growing population were first highlighted by Paolo Lo Cascio, a former councillor, in 2008.

“There needs to be a solution as the threat to the island’s vegetation is serious,” said Lo Cascio, who estimates the goat population at 800 rather than 600. “But Alicudi is a very complicated island, first you have to access it and then try to capture all the goats. There should have been an intervention 10 years ago.”

Gloria, who owns Golden Cafe Noir at Alicudi’s port, said the animals had become “unmanageable”. “They move around in packs and cause damage, there are just too many of them.” One used to come and sit under the table in her bar. “It was a bit of an attraction, but then you worried whether it might bite someone.” While she welcomed the initiative, she questioned its feasibility. Reaching the top of Alicudi, where the village is, involves a steep climb. “How will they bring the goats back down? Perhaps they would need a helicopter to transfer two or three at a time. It’s a nice proposal, but there is no logistical solution yet.”

[viagginterstellari]

Alicudi and Filicudi seen from Salina, 2021

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Alicudi,the westernmost of the seven islands that make up the Aeolian archipelago, a volcanic island chain north of Sicily.

[katamount]

@invisible-goats Not an ask, but an Important International News story about goats. (Not sure if you’re interested in living goats or just archaeological “invisible goats” but…) Also, I feel like the headline could’ve called them feral goats but idk.

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«Mi faceva dimenticare lo stress portandomi nel suo mondo di serenità, il tempo si fermava, noi facevamo discorsi fatti di fusa e occhi socchiusi. Io scordavo di essere umana e diventavo felina come il mio gatto.» (Lucrezia Beha) Ph by Marita Madio, Isola di Alicudi

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Alicudi 🌵 isole Eolie - Sicily 🍊

[elephantbitterhead]

do you need a goat that is very accustomed to having its own way? If so, you're in luck.

[paramedicabroad]

Aeolian Islands

Embark with me on a virtual odyssey through the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Aeolian Islands in the azure embrace of the Tyrrhenian Sea, just off the coast of Sicily, Italy. Let's set sail to a realm where volcanic landscapes, crystalline waters, and Mediterranean charm converge to create a haven of unparalleled beauty.

In 2000, the Aeolian Islands were designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, recognizing their outstanding biodiversity and geodiversity. This designation celebrates the delicate balance between volcanic forces and thriving ecosystems that make the Aeolians a unique natural treasure.

Step ashore the Aeolian Islands, a mesmerizing archipelago comprising seven distinct volcanic islands—Lipari, Vulcano, Salina, Panarea, Stromboli, Filicudi, and Alicudi. Each island is a unique gem, boasting its own personality and natural wonders.

Witness the awe-inspiring Stromboli, a living lighthouse of the Mediterranean. This active volcano graces the night sky with regular bursts of fiery eruptions, casting a magical glow over the dark waters and earning it the nickname "Lighthouse of the Mediterranean."

Explore the largest of the Aeolian Islands, Lipari, where history and tradition unfold amid charming streets, archaeological sites, and a bustling harbor. Lipari's vibrant atmosphere serves as the gateway to the archipelago's wonders.

Indulge in the therapeutic delights of Vulcano, where sulphurous fumaroles and bubbling mud baths invite you to immerse yourself in nature's spa. Feel the earth's warmth beneath your feet as you stroll through this volcanic wonderland.

Discover Salina, the green jewel of the Aeolians. Lush vineyards, scenic landscapes, and the sweet aroma of capers define this island, offering a serene contrast to the volcanic energy that characterizes the archipelago.

Embark on a virtual sailing journey through the Aeolian Islands, where the gentle sea breeze carries the scent of the Mediterranean and the rhythmic lull of the waves beckons you to a tranquil escape. Let the beauty of the Aeolian Islands wash over you as you dream of future adventures.

In conclusion, the Aeolian Islands beckon us to a realm where nature's majesty takes center stage. When you're ready for a digital getaway to a place of unparalleled beauty and volcanic allure, the Aeolian Islands promise to captivate and transport you to a world where land, sea, and sky harmonize in a symphony of Mediterranean magic. 🏝️🌋✨🇮🇹

[artemisia-black]

Hi if it isn’t a problem I would love to know any tips you can give on world building? I’m a nerd about good worldbuilding and yours is so well done. Please?

Thanks anon :D

Here's some of my thoughts when developing my world:

Who are the people in charge and consequently who is stigmatised? I've written a thesis on the stigma of disease and how humans always form hierarchies, so this is the backbone of any world I develop. For example, in Pietas bloodstatus is everything, whereas ethnicity and nationality aren't concepts that hold colonialist undertones.

How does the economy work? What are the markers of wealth or poverty?

Where are the key third spaces in this world (third spaces are spaces where people spend time that aren't places of work or private homes). For wizarding Italy, I created Alicudi (which is an island with a reputation for witchcraft irl).

Does this place have mythology or folklore? In Pietas, I created the magic origin story based loosely on the Aeneid (where refugees from Troy eventually found Rome).

5. Especially when worldbuilding in a different culture- ensuring that things aren't resting on stereotypes.

6. Does this world have any special celebrations- especially around major life milestones like births, deaths, weddings, birthdays.

7.Is there conflict with other groups? In Pietas, I invented the mertaxi which is a remnant from wars with the merpeople.

Hope that helped :D