Castelveccana
Castelveccana: a brief journey through the history of the municipality
Castelveccana is a charming Italian municipality located in the province of Varese, Lombardy. With its 1900 inhabitants, it has become a place of great interest for its monuments and its history. It was created in 1928 by the union of the municipalities of Castello Valtravaglia and Veccana.
Symbols
The coat of arms of Castelveccana and its flag were granted in 1955 by the President of the Republic. In the center of the coat of arms, there are four mountains emerging from a body of water, with a beautiful silver castle placed behind the mountains, all on a blue background. The flag is always blue.
Monuments and places of interest
Castelveccana also offers interesting religious and civil architectures of great historical importance. Fossil remains dating back to the Middle Triassic period were found in the municipality, belonging to a very small but of great interest fish.
Civil Architecture
The imposing monument to the sailors represents a particular attraction for the beauty of the site and the hidden history. The Rocca di Caldé is a fortification dating back to the thirteenth century, located on a promontory that overlooks the shores of Lake Maggiore.
Religious Architecture
The beautiful historic churches in the municipality are of great charm for tourists. The Church of Saints Peter and Paul is the main religious attraction of the municipality, but it is also worth visiting the Church of Santa Veronica, the Church of San Giorgio, the Church of San Genesio, and the Church Maria S.S. Immaculate Nasca.
Society
Demographic evolution
The demographic history of the municipality dates back to the eighteenth century, when the number of inhabitants was 454, then growing to 742 in 1853. In 1921, Castelveccana had 933 inhabitants: the constant demographic growth from the origins of the municipality is a clear sign of its past and development.
Culture
Every year in the Caldé district, the famous festival "Tutto è Numero" is held, an event that celebrates culture and mathematical games. Moreover, Castelveccana boasts important literary figures such as the writer Michele Mari, who set the novel "Verderame" in this municipality. Alberto Boldrini, on the other hand, told the story of the Albertoli brothers and their heroic efforts to facilitate the escape of Allied prisoners who escaped after September 8, as well as Jews and political prisoners.
Anthropical geography
Hamlets
The municipality of Castelveccana includes several hamlets, including Bissaga, Caldé, Castello, Nasca, Orile, Pessina, Rasate, Ronchiano, Saltirana, San Pietro, and Sarigo.
Together with great historical and architectural value, these hamlets are united by the common denominator of the scenic beauty and the presence of Lake Maggiore, which serves as a backdrop to the cultural heritage as a whole.
In conclusion, Castelveccana is a perfect destination for those who want to immerse themselves in Italian history and culture, get to know the beauty of its architecture, people, and countryside.
