Who would have thought that just a few kilometers from Naples lies one of Italy’s most surprising wonders? Pozzuoli, with its unique blend of ancient history, volcanic landscapes, and mythological allure, was the star of the open-air exhibition conceived by Italics.
For five days, from September 10 to 14, 2025, the city transformed into a true open-air museum, where contemporary art engaged with the layered beauty of the territory. Not only the Flavian Amphitheater—one of the largest of the Roman era—or the Sibyl’s Cave in Cumae and the mysterious Lake Avernus, but also lesser-known places like Rione Terra, Solfatara, Macellum, and the Submerged Park of Baia became stages for artworks, performances, and meetings.
Adding to the allure was the participation of internationally renowned artists. Maurizio Cattelan brought to Pozzuoli Tamburino, a hypnotic and symbolic work depicting a child beating a drum, reflecting the tensions between innocence and obsession.
But Panorama Pozzuoli was much more than just an exhibition: it was a participatory cultural experiment. Visitors had the opportunity to speak with the artists and freely engage at the Speaker’s Corner. In total, over 14,000 people participated in the event, including art enthusiasts, tourists, curious onlookers, and professionals. Also present were prominent institutions, including UNESCO Director Audrey Azoulay.
Read the full article on Italic-us magazine: The Wonder of Pozzuoli. And the Open-Air Exhibitions by Italics | Italic-us Magazine
