Cossano Belbo
Let's discover Cossano Belbo, a small town in Piedmont
Cossano Belbo is a small town in the province of Cuneo, located in the heart of Piedmont. With a population of only 941 inhabitants, Cossano Belbo is a perfect example of tranquility and peace, ideal for those looking for a break from the city chaos.
Monuments and places of interest
Despite its small size, Cossano Belbo has an interesting history behind it. This town hosts several monuments and places of interest, which show its historical importance. Among these, there are the churches of San Giovanni Battista and San Nicolao, San Pietro, Madonna della Rovere, and San Bovo. Furthermore, inside the current center of the town, important remains of the perimeter walls of the castle of the Marquis of Busca and Monferrato still exist.
Society
Demographic evolution
Cossano Belbo, like many other small Italian towns, has had fluctuating demographic evolution over the years. However, the population has remained relatively stable in recent decades.
Ethnic groups and foreign minorities
Currently, there are about 134 foreign residents in Cossano Belbo. In particular, the nationalities present are those of the Republic of Macedonia and Romania.
Culture
Holidays
Like many Italian towns, Cossano Belbo celebrates several holidays during the year. Among these, the most important is the Festa della Madonna del Carmine, held from the Thursday before to the Tuesday after the third Sunday of July. Additionally, on the third Sunday of May, the Sagra degli In takes place, a wine and food festival of local products.
Cossano Belbo in literature
Cossano Belbo, along with the neighboring city of Alba and the Belbo river, was chosen as a backdrop for the partisan stories narrated in "I Ventitré giorni della città di Alba" by Beppe Fenoglio, one of the most important Italian writers of the 20th century.
Economy
In Cossano Belbo, there is the Fratelli Martini Secondo Luigi, one of the largest Italian winemaking companies, founded in 1947.
Administration
Below is a table listing the administrations that have succeeded in this town.
Notes
There is an area of Cossano Belbo that was hit by the flood of 1994.
Related topics
Among the things to do in the surroundings of Cossano Belbo, it is recommended to visit the Valle Belbo, a beautiful natural area of the region.
External links
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