Borgo Priolo
Welcome to Borgo Priolo
Hello everyone! Today I will talk to you about Borgo Priolo, a municipality located in the province of Pavia, Lombardy. With its 1319 inhabitants, Borgo Priolo has a lot to offer especially from a geographical point of view. Located in the hilly area of Oltrepò Pavese, in the Coppa valley, Borgo Priolo is divided into three parts: the flat part, the low and medium hills, and finally the high hills.
A multifaceted geography
Let's start with the first part, which extends from the hamlet of Rivazza to the municipality capital, Borgo Priolo. Here we find the hamlets of Rivazza, Cappelletta, Torchi, and the municipal capital. This is the most industrialized area and lies between two hills: Mount Ceresino and Torre del Monte. The area is crossed by the provincial road 203.
The second part is made up of the surrounding hills and the hamlets bordering Borgoratto Mormorolo. Here we find the hamlets of Torrazzetta, Olesi, and all the locations on the Barco hill. Here tourism and viticulture are mainly developed.
The third and last part is located at the southern end of the municipality, bordering other municipalities. In this area, viticulture, tourism, and the primary sector still prevail. Here there are the hamlets of Stefanago, Arpesina, Biancanigi, Schizzola, and many others.
The history of the municipality of Borgo Priolo
Borgo Priolo was established in 1928 by combining the ancient municipality of Torre del Monte with that of Staghiglione. However, the location is mentioned for the first time long before, in 1250, as "Burgum Pirrioli cum Monte Santa Marie". This shows us that Borgo Priolo has a long history behind it.
Borgo Priolo in the commercial district
Borgo Priolo is the lead municipality of the "District of villages and castles commercial organization". This means that it is part of a network of municipalities that promotes the territory through cultural and tourist initiatives. This is great news for visitors who can enjoy a wider cultural and tourist offer.
The hydrography of Borgo Priolo
Furthermore, Borgo Priolo also has a lot to offer from a hydrographic point of view. The municipality is crossed by the Coppa river, but there is also the Cava Lake located in the hamlet of Casa Vescovo. In addition, other streams such as the Ghiaia di Borgoratto and the Ghiaia di Montalto cross the area.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Borgo Priolo is a municipality that offers a lot from a geographical, historical, and cultural point of view. Divided into three parts, each with its own peculiarities, Borgo Priolo is part of an organization that promotes the territory and has a lot to offer from a hydrographic point of view. If you are looking for a cultural and tourist destination, Borgo Priolo is the ideal place!
