From "Spelacchio" to "Sfigalbero." The debate over the Christmas tree in Piazza Porta Terra is igniting political and civic conflict in Alghero . The reference is to Rome, when under the administration of Virginia Raggi, the fir tree, a symbol of the holidays, became famous throughout Europe for its unassuming appearance.

Today, some believe the city risks a similar scenario. The tree installed in the heart of the historic center is described by critics as "short, bare, and caged," more like "a temporary installation than a Christmas symbol capable of conveying warmth and atmosphere." Hence the irony surrounding the nickname "Sfigalbero," coined by the Reformers group.

Councilor Enrico Daga, among others, defends the decision. "When a city tries to change, break away from routine, and experiment with new languages, it's normal for not everything to please everyone. But this is a sign that Alghero is alive, that it dares and isn't content to simply repeat what it's already done."

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