Castrum Cisternae International Literary Prize (Rev. Don Girolamo De Stefano Memorial)

15th edition (2025)

The fifteenth edition of the Castrum Cisternae Prize was held from October 23 to 25, 2025, in the municipality of Castello di Cisterna, Campania, confirming the humanistic vocation of the event organized by the Pro Loco Castrum.

The first day, Thursday, October 23, opened at the High School with the presentation of a poetry collection; on Friday, October 24, the Auditorium of Parco Enrico De Nicola hosted a conference dedicated to the theme "It is not so much staying alive, as staying human that is important," with the participation of students from the Liceo Cristoforo Colombo in Marigliano. On Saturday, October 25, the awards ceremony for poets, writers, and students took place, featuring recognition from the Metropolitan City of Naples and the presence of guests from the worlds of culture and music.