Coggiola
Coggiola: History and Symbols
Hello friends, today I will talk to you about Coggiola, a municipality in the province of Biella, Piedmont. With a population of 1644 inhabitants, the city has a long history. Coggiola was known as "Cozola" or "Codiola" and was first mentioned in a document from 1152 in which the Emperor Frederick Barbarossa donated some localities, including Coggiola, to the Bishop of Vercelli.
In 1243, the papal legate Gregory of Montelongo gave Coggiola to the Municipality of Vercelli, along with other centers near the Cervo and Sesia rivers, which were part of the feudalism of Biella. In 1300, it was given as a fief to the Meschiati of Biella and in 1306 it was burned down by Fra' Dolcino and his followers along with other centers in the surrounding area. However, the town was rebuilt by the Alciati, nobles from Vercelli, in 1340. In addition, it was given as a fief to the counts Mocchia di Coggiola of Cuneo.
In 1408, it passed from the Bishops of Vercelli to the Duchy of Savoy, together with Sostegno, Lessona, and Benna, and in 1517 the first municipal statute was approved by Duke Charles III of Savoy. In 1798, during the French occupation, Coggiola raised the tree of liberty. In 1911, the footwear company Fila was founded in the city.
Coggiola also has a coat of arms and a banner recognized by the Presidential Decree of October 11, 1972. The coat of arms is composed of five bees that symbolize the industriousness of the valley dwellers and their commitment to textile industrial activities, pastoralism, and the care of the forest heritage.
Monuments and Places of Interest
Coggiola is a city rich in monuments and places of interest to visit. The Sanctuary of the Cavallero and the Sanctuary of Moglietti are two ancient and fascinating churches. The Parish Church of San Giorgio and the Oratory of the Assumption are pilgrimage destinations.
Municipalities of the Municipality
Coggiola includes several municipalities, including Rivò, Viera, Piletta, and Fervazzo.
Society
Demographic Evolution
The demographic evolution of the city has been steadily increasing over the years, and today Coggiola boasts a population of around 1644 inhabitants.
Infrastructure and Transport
Coggiola was the western terminus of the Grignasco-Coggiola Railroad between 1908 and 1935, with the station located in the Portula locality.
Administration
Coggiola has had several administrations over time, and since the Valle Sessera Mountain Community has been abolished, it has been part of the Val Sessera, Valle di Mosso, and Biella Pre-Alps Mountain Community.
Twinning
Coggiola is twinned with the city of Rocchetta Tanaro, in the province of Asti.
Hello friends, this is the history, places of interest, and other interesting information about Coggiola. I hope this article has been helpful in getting to know this city better.
