Grecanic: the language that tells the story of Calabria's most ancient soul.

📍 Alleys of Gallicianò, acropolis of Greek Calabria

🌿 A linguistic treasure hidden in the mountains

In Calabria, it's not just recipes and flavors that are passed down. Words that smell of ancient land and profound identity are also passed down. In some areas of the Reggio hinterland, a unique language still survives: Grecanic , a precious legacy of Magna Graecia .

Gallicianò nestled in the Amendolea valley

📍 Where is Grecanic still spoken?

The beating heart of this language is Bovesìa , the Greek area of the province of Reggio Calabria, with towns such as:

• Bova
• Gallicianò
• Roghudi
• Condofuri
• Stronghold of the Greek
• Staiti, Palizzi, San Lorenzo

Among cobbled alleys and breathtaking views, many older people still speak or understand Grecanic. But the real magic is seeing how the new generations are rediscovering it .

Church of St. John the Baptist, the spiritual heart of Gallicianò

🔤 A simple and ancient language, like bread and oil

Grecanic has sweet and ancient sounds, with words linked to peasant life , family traditions , religious rites and authentic flavours .

“Zoí ce glossa” – Life is language

A clear way of saying that there is no identity without words .

🧡 Why is Gusto Calabro talking about it?

Preserving an artisanal product means preserving what surrounds it: the language , the culture , and the human value . A Calabrian cured meat, an oil, or a preserve also carry with them the voices tied to the land.

🛡️ Grecanico is at risk. But it's not over.

• Courses and festivals are held in Gallicianò
• In Bova there is a multimedia museum dedicated
• Cultural associations preserve this heritage day after day

Every sentence, every song, every child who learns it... is a seed of rebirth .

✨ What can we do?

Talk about it. Spread it. Respect it. Just as we protect authentic flavors, we protect authentic words.

📌 In conclusion

In a world that rushes by, Grecanico invites us to slow down. Gusto Calabro exists to honor what endures , to tell the stories that make Calabria unique.

💬 Want to experience this heritage? Visit Gallicianò, attend a festival, or be moved by a Greek song. The Calabria that resists... awaits you.