All articles and translations for GN Magazine September 2026
Achillea Millefolium, commonly known as yarrow, takes centre stage in September as a resilient aromatic perennial belonging to the Asteraceae family. With its delicate, feathery foliage and dense corymbs of white or pink blossoms blooming from May to October, yarrow is a champion for garden biodiversity, attracting vital pollinating bees and butterflies. Long prized in…
Welcome to the digital edition of GN Magazine – September 2026. Here you will find the complete English translations of the main articles published in the print edition, bringing the history, culture, and events of Lake Garda to our international readers. Editorial: Summer at the Finish Line, The Resilience of Lake Garda and Future Challenges…
In the aftermath of the First World War, the municipal governance of Desenzano del Garda entered a pivotal era with the general elections of November 16, 1919 under acting mayor Lorenzo Papa. Conducted under universal male suffrage, the elections witnessed the emergence of new mass political movements, notably the Italian Socialist Party and Don Luigi…
Water Management on Lake Garda faced a defining test during the summer of 2026, as intense, persistent heatwaves pushed climatic conditions across northern Italy to historical extremes. While the Po River saw its flow drop close to all-time record lows with seawater intruding significantly up the delta, Lake Garda maintained a water volume close to…
Curzio Malaparte (Kurt Erich Suckert) remains one of the most provocative, nonconformist literary giants of 20th-century Italian culture, immortalized in his masterpieces Kaputt, The Skin, and Maledetti Toscani. Reflecting on the fierce pride, sharp wit, and unyielding independence of Prato and Tuscan heritage, Malaparte dismantled hypocrisy with unsparing intellect. In his final months following his…
The TOURIST! Exhibition at MuSa Salò welcomes visitors with Stendhal’s famous words—“probably the most beautiful landscape in the world”—and Goethe’s 1786 sketches of Torbole, tracing two centuries of allure across Lake Garda from Romanticism to the Belle Époque. Open until October 4, 2026 at the MuSa (Museo di Salò), the exhibition curated by P. Boifava…
A new landmark publication honours Don Gianni Capra, who served as provost and parish priest of Salò from 1965 to 1971, leaving an indelible legacy of dialogue, humility, and pastoral renewal. Published through the joint dedication of the Parish, Municipality, and Ateneo di Salò, the volume gathers historical conference proceedings and archival writings from the…
The Power of Machines transformed Renaissance society, reshaping the delicate balance between humanity, natural resources, and technological progress. In the evocative setting of Palazzo delle Albere in Trento, a landmark exhibition and scholarly symposium explored the dramatic events of the 1525 Peasant Revolts and the advent of water-powered machinery. During the 16th century, the harnessing…
The cultural association of Canneto sull’Oglio presents “Churches of Canneto”, an inspiring photographic exhibition celebrating the sacred art, bell towers, and devotional heritage of the Oglio Po territory. Through captivating contemporary shots and archival documentation, the exhibition guides visitors through centuries of sacred architecture, from rural votive chapels to parish sanctuaries, honoring the communal identity…
The history of Thermalism in Sirmione experienced a momentous transformation in 1987 when Prince Manfredo di Collalto assumed the presidency of Terme di Sirmione, succeeding Count Rambaldo di Collalto, who had guided the company with visionary leadership since 1946. Alongside Vice Presidents Franco Gnutti and Dr. Francesco Cerioli, the administration initiated pioneering clinical research and…