Borgoratto Mormorolo
Borgoratto Mormorolo: a small municipality among the hills of Oltrepò Pavese
Borgoratto Mormorolo, also known as ''Burgràt'' in the dialect of Oltrepadano, is a municipality located in the province of Pavia, in Lombardy. This small town has a population of around 417 inhabitants and is surrounded by the beautiful hills of Oltrepò Pavese.
The geographical location of Borgoratto Mormorolo
Borgoratto Mormorolo is situated at an altitude of 326 meters above sea level, in the valley of Coppa, along the ''Ghiaia di Borgoratto'', a source branch of the Coppa stream. The city is crossed by the Provincial Road 203 which connects it to neighboring cities.
The history of Borgoratto Mormorolo
The name of Borgoratto Mormorolo derives from two distinct historical settlements: the village, located in the current area of the municipality, and Mormorola, a name that has designated the parish since the 13th century, heir to the ancient Bobbio agricultural estate of ''Memoriola''. The territory of Borgoratto Mormorolo was included in the possessions of the Abbey of San Colombano di Bobbio since the Lombard times.
The oldest locality of the current municipality was Zébedo, mentioned in 1164 in the diploma with which Frederick Barbarossa granted the city of Pavia the dominion over Oltrepò. The name Zébedo indicates a settlement of Gepidi from the Lombard era. Subsequently, the area was subject to the feud of Fortunago. In the 18th century, Borgoratto became a separate municipality from Fortunago and initially took the name of ''Valle di Borgoratto'' and then the definitive one of ''Borgoratto Mormorolo''.
During the Napoleonic period, the territory was annexed to France until 1814 and subsequently passed to the province of Voghera, before becoming part of the province of Pavia in 1859.
The coat of arms and the banner of Borgoratto Mormorolo
The coat of arms and the banner of Borgoratto Mormorolo were approved by the municipal council resolution of May 31, 1983 and granted by decree of the President of the Republic on December 16 of the same year.
The coat of arms depicts a marquis crown, symbol of the Malaspina, lords of the place, and a pastoral staff indicating dependence on the Bobbio monastery. The grape cluster and the ox represent the cultivation of vines and livestock farming, which are the main economic activities of the city. The banner is a white cloth.
The society of Borgoratto Mormorolo
Borgoratto Mormorolo presents a demographic evolution that has not undergone significant changes in recent years, maintaining a stable population of around 417 inhabitants.
The administration of Borgoratto Mormorolo
Borgoratto Mormorolo is part of the lower band of the Oltrepò Pavese Mountain Community and has a local administration that takes care of the management and proper functioning of the municipality.
Conclusions
Borgoratto Mormorolo is a small municipality made enchanting by its beautiful geographical position among the hills of Oltrepò Pavese. Its history, culture, and local traditions make it an ideal place for those seeking a bit of tranquility and serenity away from the chaos of the big cities.
