Buttrio
Welcome to Buttrio, the city of Friulian wines!
Located in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region, Buttrio (or Buri in Friulian) is a city rich in history and culture. With a population of 3,878 inhabitants, it is famous for its prestigious wines and for being the headquarters of the Italian multinational Gruppo Danieli.
Origin of the name
The name Buttrio derives from the pre-Roman word "burrone" or "pit", and is mentioned for the first time as Butrium in 1000.
History
The coat of arms and the banner of the municipality were recognized respectively with DPCM of May 20, 1960, and DPR of August 4, 1960.
Society
Demographic evolution
The population of Buttrio has undergone a slight decrease in recent years mainly due to the decrease in births.
Ethnic groups and foreign minorities
The municipality hosts numerous foreign communities, with Romania as the largest representative group.
Languages and dialects
In addition to Italian, the population of Buttrio also speaks Friulian, a variant of Central-Eastern Friulian.
Monuments and places of interest
The city boasts several churches of historical and cultural interest, including the Church of San Giacomo in Camino and the Church of Santa Maria Assunta in Buttrio.
Administration
Twinning
At the moment, the Municipality of Buttrio does not have any official twinning with other cities.
Notes
The city is famous for its production of high-quality prestigious wines, perfect to taste with delicious local cuisine dishes.
Related voices
The city is the headquarters of the Gruppo Danieli, a leader in the production of equipment for the steel and metal industries.
External links
For more information on Buttrio, you can visit the municipality's website. We are waiting for you!
