Piazza Giuseppe De Nava, Square in the historic centre of Reggio Calabria, Italy

Piazza Giuseppe De Nava is a rectangular square in central Reggio Calabria with wide, flat stone walkways bordered by low stone pillars. The square is defined by a large monument to politician De Nava featuring carved reliefs and is surrounded by palm trees, orange trees, and early twentieth-century style lighting fixtures.

The square is named after Giuseppe De Nava, a Reggio Calabria native who served as a minister of the Kingdom of Italy in 1918 and 1921, honoured by citizens for his moral integrity and exceptional human qualities. The monument at its centre, by sculptor Francesco Jerace, was erected in 1936; its pedestal carries high-relief scenes of labour and two coats of arms, one showing Saint George slaying a dragon.

The square honors Giuseppe De Nava, an important politician from the city, with a central monument featuring carved reliefs showing work scenes. Locals use this space today as a gathering spot for meetings and events, giving it an active social role in the community.

The square is easily accessible with multiple entrances from the south side and from the sides via Demetrio Tripepi, Domenico Romeo, and Saverio Vollaro streets. The wide, level walkways and accessible design allow all visitors to explore the space comfortably.

The monument displays two coat-of-arms carvings: Saint George on horseback slaying a dragon on one side and provincial symbols on the other, making local history visible. Additionally, two shell-shaped fountains with semicircular basins add water and movement to the space.