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Piazza Gregorio Diamare in Cassino: the new beating heart of the Martyr City
In the centre of Cassino, between Corso della Repubblica and Viale Dante, a completely new space has opened up. This is Piazza Gregorio Diamare, inaugurated in 2022 to give the city a modern and functional meeting place. Its large flush fountain, with its water features, has instantly became the go-to spot for a leisurely stroll. A true symbol of the city's ongoing rebirth.
A name that tells a story
The square is not only a modern space. It bears the name of Gregorio Diamare, the abbot of Montecassino during the terrible bombings of 1944. It was he who sheltered hundreds of civilians within the abbey walls and negotiated with the Germans to protect its art treasures and archives. The city has chosen to pay this tribute to a key figure in the local memory.
The water features and life today
Today, the undisputed star of the square is the large floor-level fountain. Its jets of water are set in motion at set times, creating a spectacle that brings the piazza to life by day and by night — especially at weekends. It is the place where the people of Cassino meet after work or go for a coffee. A simple gathering point.
Fountain activation hours: Monday to Friday, 11:00–13:00 and 18:00–22:00. Saturday, 10:30–13:00 and 17:00–24:00. Sunday and public holidays, 10:30–13:00 and 17:00–22:00.
