Cerretto Langhe
Welcome to Cerretto Langhe!
Hello everyone! Today I'll tell you about a beautiful small Piedmontese town called Cerretto Langhe! With its 416 inhabitants, it's located in the province of Cuneo and is part of the Alta Langa and Langa delle Valli Bormida and Uzzone mountain community. Come with me and let's discover more about this beautiful village!
History of Cerretto Langhe
The medieval town of Cerretto Langhe can boast of a strong castle with four towers, which belonged to the Marchesato di Gorzegno family. Over time, the fief passed to the Marquises of Susa in the 12th century, then to Lord Bonifacio di Savona and finally, in 1142, to the Marquise of Ceva and Cortemilia with the castle.
Symbols of the Municipality
The civic emblem of the Municipality of Cerretto Langhe portrays the Quercus cerris, a tree which in ancient Latin corresponds to the word ''Cerretum'', symbolizing the abundant presence of this tree in the communal territory.
Society and Population
Now I'd like to talk about the demographic evolution of this beautiful town. Over the years, the population of Cerretto Langhe has slowly but steadily increased, reaching a peak of 694 residents in 1981. Since then, the population has decreased to the current number of 416 inhabitants.
Monuments and places of interest
Cerretto Langhe also boasts a good number of interesting churches. The Parish Church of the Assumption of Mary is certainly the most important, but you shouldn't miss the opportunity to visit the Sanctuary of Mary (mother of Jesus) located in the locality of Cerretta, as well as the Church of St. Andrew. If you love churches, you can't miss this beautiful town!
Administration of the Municipality
The administration of the Municipality of Cerretto Langhe is very efficient. The members of the municipality work tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of its community. Thanks to everyone's commitment, Cerretto Langhe is a clean, well-organized municipality managed with extreme care.
Notes on the Municipality
Finally, I would like to mention some interesting notes about the Municipality of Cerretto Langhe. In 2017, the Municipality of Cerretto Langhe celebrated 25 years of twinning with the French city of Saint-Vincent-de-Barrès. Moreover, since 1913, Cerretto Langhe has been connected to the city of Ceva through the local railway.
Conclusion
I hope that this short guide has been helpful and that you have learned something new about Cerretto Langhe! If you have the opportunity to visit this town, don't hesitate to do so: the beauty of nature and architecture of Cerretto Langhe will leave you speechless. Thank you for reading!
