Capriglio
Welcome to Capriglio, the hometown of Margherita Occhiena
Hello everyone and welcome to Capriglio, a quiet town of 316 inhabitants located in the province of Asti, in Piedmont. This is where Margherita Occhiena was born, a very important religious woman who played a significant role in the life of the founder of the Salesians, Don Bosco. In this brief article, I will tell you a bit about Capriglio, its history, and its demographic evolution. I will also give you some information about its administration and ongoing projects.
History of Capriglio
As I mentioned, Capriglio is the town where Margherita Occhiena was born in 1788. Margherita was a very devout woman, and when her son, Giovanni Bosco (later known as Don Bosco), decided to dedicate his life to the Church, she supported him in every possible way. Today, Margherita is venerated as a saint and her birthplace, Capriglio, has become a pilgrimage site for many believers. As for the town itself, the coat of arms and flag of Capriglio were granted by decree of the President of the Republic in 1995.
Demographic evolution of Capriglio
Capriglio is a small town, but its population has grown steadily over the years. In 1861, when it was united with the Kingdom of Italy, the town had 586 inhabitants. In 1971, however, the population had dropped to 391. In 2001, it had risen again to 333 inhabitants, and today, as I mentioned, the population is 316 people.
Administration of the town
Local administration in Capriglio is managed by a mayor and a town council. The current mayor is Mario Molineris, who has been in office since 2014. If you want to know more information about the administration of the town or ongoing projects, I recommend visiting the official website of Capriglio.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Capriglio is a very quiet and little-known town, but with a very interesting history behind it. If you love nature and are looking for a peaceful place to relax, this is definitely the place for you. Additionally, if you are devoted to Margherita Occhiena or want to visit pilgrimage sites, Capriglio is definitely a destination not to be missed. Thank you for reading this brief article on Capriglio, and I hope to have piqued your interest enough to come and visit our town!
