Alagna
Welcome to Alagna, a charming Lombard town!
Are you ready to discover the beauty of Alagna, a town located in the province of Pavia, in Lombardy? With its 798 inhabitants and its location in central Lomellina, to the right of the Terdoppio river, Alagna will conquer you with its history, its monuments and its sporting dynamism.
A fascinating history
The origin of the name Alagna could date back to Roman times, when there was a region called ''Aliana inter Padum Ticinumque amnes'', known for the cultivation of flax. Located between the Ticino and Po rivers, this region could coincide with the current Lomellina.
The first mentions of Alagna date back to the 13th century, when the village appeared in the list of lands subject to the rule of Pavia. Over the centuries, Alagna followed the fate of Lomellina and was part of the domains of various noble families, such as the Sannazzaro de 'Burgondi and the Malaspina. In 1859, finally, Alagna became part of the province of Pavia, under the rule of the House of Savoy.
Symbols of the town
Alagna has as symbols the coat of arms and the gonfalon, granted by D.P.R. of April 5, 2006. The coat of arms represents a plover on a green field, while the gonfalon is a red cloth.
Unmissable monuments
Among the monuments of Alagna, one of the most suggestive is the Castle of Alagna, which dates back to the 13th century and was transformed into a residential villa two centuries later. The castle is located in the historic center of the village and offers a panoramic view of the surrounding Lomellina.
Demographic evolution
Over the centuries, the population of Alagna has grown constantly. In 1707, the village had 364 inhabitants, while in 1859 it already had 1,252. Today, Alagna has 798 inhabitants and is a quiet and welcoming town.
Sports in Alagna
If you are a football fan, you cannot miss A.S.D Alagna, the village team that plays in the Promotion league. The team's colors are white and green, and the 2014/2015 season was particularly rewarding, with a record of 101 goals scored.
Conclusions
Alagna is a charming Lombard town, which offers the beauty of its monuments and the tranquility of provincial life. If you want to discover the charm of central Lomellina, do not hesitate to visit Alagna and immerse yourself in its history and traditions.
