Caselle Lurani
Caselle Lurani: a municipality rich in history and culture
Caselle Lurani is a municipality located in the province of Lodi, in Lombardy, with a population of around 3,000 inhabitants. The municipality has a long history dating back to the Visconti family, who granted it to the Trivulzio family in the 14th century, and later passed to the Lurani family in 1647. In 1691, it became a county and during the Napoleonic era it was added to Marudo. In 1863, the municipality was renamed Caselle Lurani to distinguish it from other places with the same name.
Symbols
The municipality has a coat of arms and a banner granted by royal decree in 1930.
Monuments and places of interest
Among the main artistic testimonies of the municipality, we can find the Caselle Lurani Castle, a powerful construction transformed in the second half of the 17th century into a stately residence (Palazzo Lurani), and the Church of Santa Caterina, dating back to the 16th century. It is also possible to visit the Church of the Nativity of Mary in Calvenzano.
Society
Demographic evolution
The population of Caselle Lurani has had a discreet growth, going from about 2,000 inhabitants in the 1950s to over 3,000 inhabitants today.
Ethnic groups and foreign minorities
As of December 31, 2008, foreigners residing in the municipality of Caselle Lurani represented 12.14% of the total population. Among the most represented nationalities are Romania, Albania, and Morocco.
Anthropological geography
The municipality of Caselle Lurani includes the capital and several geographical hamlets such as Calvenzano, Cusanina, Grugnetto, and Pozzobonella. In addition, there are also the agglomerates of Cascina a corte and scattered houses such as Lurani, Moschinone, Del pozzo, San Gabriele, and San Geminiano.
Economy
Agriculture still plays an important role in the economy of Caselle Lurani, but there is also the presence of some industries and artisanal businesses in the mechanical, food, and wood sectors. Nevertheless, most of the active population works in Milan.
Infrastructure and transport
During the period between 1881 and 1931, Cusanina (one of the hamlets of Caselle Lurani) hosted a stop of the Melegnano-Sant'Angelo Lodigiano tram.
Administration
The municipality of Caselle Lurani has had several local administrations over the years.
Conclusions
In summary, Caselle Lurani is a municipality in the province of Lodi, in Lombardy, with an ancient history and a remarkable cultural heritage. Despite the relatively small population, the municipality offers many attractions and economic opportunities for its inhabitants. If you are a history and culture enthusiast, we recommend visiting Caselle Lurani to appreciate the beauty of this place.
