Cervere
Cervere: the Piedmontese commune
Cervere is an Italian commune in Piedmont, in the province of Cuneo, with a population of 2,258 inhabitants. Located in a strategic position a few kilometers from Alba and Saluzzo, Cervere is a small village that offers a lot of history and culture to discover.
Physical Geography
The Municipality of Cervere extends over the Roero plain, a hilly area between the provinces of Cuneo and Turin, which offers wide views of the surrounding Alpine mountains. The territory is crossed by the Tanaro River, which marks its natural border to the south, while to the north there is the Langhe chain.
History
Cervere was a Roman city and its importance was linked to its proximity to the via delle Gallie, a strategic road that connected the Alps to Transpadana. Throughout the centuries, the city has undergone numerous invasions and destructions but has managed to maintain its cultural identity.
Symbols
The Municipality of Cervere has official coat of arms and a gonfalon, granted by the President of the Republic on September 12, 2003. The gonfalon is a flag of yellow color with blue borders.
Monuments and places of interest
Cervere is the place where you can admire some historical architectural beauties, such as the Church of Mary Virgin Assumed, the Monastery of San Teofredo dell'Abbazia Velay - Alvernia, the Monfalcone Tower and the Cervo.
Society
Demographic evolution
The population of Cervere is constantly increasing, with a 2% increase compared to previous data.
Ethnicities and foreign minorities
There are numerous ethnicities and foreign minorities present in the city of Cervere, such as Albanians, Moroccans, Romanians and Indians.
Culture
Events
The main event in Cervere is the Cervere Leek Fair, which is held every year in November. This fair is organized by the local organizing committee set up by the Municipality of Cervere and is dedicated to the local "Porro di Cervere" culture.
Economy
The economy of Cervere is mainly based on agriculture. Many products are cultivated here, such as local leeks, vegetables, fruit trees and wine.
Administration
Cervere is governed by a mayor and the Municipal Council, which are elected every five years.
Gallery of images
The Church of Mary Virgin Assumed with its majestic architecture, the Umberto I Square with the Santa Croce Confraternity and the bell tower, the panorama that can be admired from Cervere and the Cervere Tower are just a few of the beauties that can be admired, and some images are shown below.
Notes
Further information is available on the official website of the Municipality of Cervere.
Other projects
There is a website that presents the history, culture, and economy of Cervere called Cervere.info and can be consulted for more information.
In summary, Cervere is a picturesque and historic village, where natural beauty is intertwined with the culture and economy of the territory. Here you can immerse yourself in history and enjoy nature, tasting local products and participating in the city's cultural events.
