Rome, 7th December – This morning, six activists from Ultima Generazione have made yet another attempt to target the artistic heritage of the city, this time targeting the Basilica of San Marco.
The group of activists, all in their twenties, arrived at the basilica at dawn and set up a blockade, preventing access to the building and its grounds. The group made a statement, declaring that they were “the last to see the basilica in its present state”, and that they would be “the last to experience its beauty and grandeur”.
The group’s main aim was to protest against the city’s failure to protect its cultural heritage, as well as to draw attention to the lack of resources and funds being allocated to preserving the city’s rich history. The activists also wanted to highlight the importance of the basilica, which is one of the oldest and most important churches in Rome.
The statement released by the group reads: “We are here today to stand in solidarity with the people of Rome and to take a stand against the neglect of our cultural heritage. We are here to remind the authorities, and the citizens of this city, that the beauty of the Basilica of San Marco is a precious part of our history and identity and must be protected at all costs. We are here to make sure that this monument is not forgotten and that its beauty will be preserved for generations to come.”
The activists of Ultima Generazione have been campaigning for the preservation of Rome’s cultural heritage for several years now, and this is not the first time they have taken action. The group has been involved in numerous protests and campaigns in the past, and have been praised for their dedication and commitment to protecting the city’s cultural heritage.
The protest at the Basilica of San Marco was peaceful and the group eventually dispersed after a few hours. However, the message they sent was clear: that the beauty and grandeur of the city’s cultural heritage must be preserved, and that it should not be taken for granted.
The authorities have yet to comment on the protest, but it is clear that the group’s message has been heard. The citizens of Rome have also shown their support, with many taking to social media to praise the group’s efforts and to call for further action to protect the city’s cultural heritage.
The activists of Ultima Generazione have made it clear that they will not stop until the city’s cultural heritage is properly protected and preserved. Their message is clear: that the beauty of the city’s cultural heritage must be preserved for future generations to enjoy.