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Trivero: a historical and cultural place in Piedmont
Trivero is a municipality located in the province of Biella, in Piedmont, and is part of the commune of Valdilana. With a population of about 5,500 inhabitants, it is a place with a rich history and culture. The town of Ronco is the seat of the municipality, which also includes the municipalities of Mosso, Soprana, and Valle Mosso. In this article, we will explore the history, monuments, geography, and society of Trivero.
History
Trivero has a long history that dates back to the Middle Ages. It belonged for a long time to the archdiocese of Vercelli and in 1379 became part of the domains of the House of Savoy. In the fourteenth century, the area was hit by clashes between the followers of Fra Dolcino and the bishop and feudal troops, which resulted in the death of Dolcino on Monte Rubello, north of the town. In 1798, the tree of liberty was erected. On January 1, 2019, Trivero was merged with the municipalities of Mosso, Soprana, and Valle Mosso, creating the new municipality of Valdilana.
Symbols
The coat of arms of the municipality of Trivero was granted by the decree of the President of the Republic on October 6, 1953.
Monuments and places of interest
Trivero is famous for its sanctuary of Our Lady of the Heath located in Bulliana and the Sanctuary of Mazzucco, a few kilometers away.
Society
Trivero has had fluctuating demographic development over time. The population has progressively decreased between 1951 and 2011. However, the community is very flourishing and active.
Anthropogenic geography
Trivero is located in the province of Biella and includes many villages, including Barbato, Barbero, Barozzo, Baso, Bellavista, Botto, Brovarone, Bulliana, Castello, Caulera, Zegna Center, Cereje, Dosso, Ferla, Ferrero, Fila, Giardino, Gioia, Grillero, Guala, Lora, Loro, Marone, Mazza, Mazzucco, Molino, Oro, Piana, Polto, Ponzone, Pramorisio, Pratrivero, Rivarolo, Ronco (municipal seat), Rondò, Roveglio, Sant'Antonio, Sella, Trabaldo, Vaudano, Vico, Residential Village, Zoccolo.
Administration
Several administrative changes have been made in the history of the municipality. Until 2010, Trivero was part of the Valle di Mosso Mountain Community, although it was abolished following the merger ordered by the Piedmont Region in 2009.
Gallery
The church near the sanctuary of Our Lady of the Heath is one of the oldest buildings in the region. The Panoramic Zegna State Road offers an incredible view of Trivero.
Related voices
Trivero is known for the famous entrepreneur Ermenegildo Zegna, born in 1892. The municipality was part of the suppressed Val Sessera, Valle di Mosso, and Biella Prealps Mountain Community.
Other projects
For more information on Trivero, you can visit the municipality's website or go taste the region's gastronomic specialties. Trivero is definitely a place to visit to discover the tradition and history of these places.
