Residents of a small Italian village celebrate the birth of their first baby in 30 years. The village, Pagliara dei Marsi, has a population of only 20 people, with more cats than humans.
The baby girl, named Lara, brought joy to the village, where the population had been declining as the youth moved to cities. The birth of Lara marked a special moment for the entire community.
With the declining birth rates in Italy, Lara’s birth has drawn attention to the demographic challenges faced by the country. The fertility rate in Italy has dropped significantly in recent years.
The village, known for having more cats than humans, celebrated Lara’s birth with a special ceremony that included the feline residents. The pictures of Lara shared on social media have captured the hearts of people worldwide.
As the news of Lara’s birth spreads on social media, it highlights the unique situation of the village with a population of only 20 people, where the birth of a baby is a rare occurrence after three decades.