Dorno
Discovering Dorno, a small Lombard town
Dorno is a small town in the province of Pavia, Lombardy, with a population of about 4,519 inhabitants. It is located in central-eastern Lomellina, just a few kilometers from the Po and Ticino rivers. The town was built on an ancient Roman road that connected Pavia to Lomello and later continued to Turin and Gaul. According to the Itinerarium Burdigalense, an ancient text describing the roads of the Roman Empire, the name of the town was ''Duriae'' and probably referred to the place where horses were changed along the Roman road. Its location on the border between the counties of Pavia and Lomello made it a place of great strategic importance, with its own lords in the early Middle Ages and later a seat of podesteria.
Dorno's history in the Middle Ages and modern era
During the Visconti era, the town of Dorno saw some disputed feudal lordships, but later it was granted as a fief to Antonio Crivelli by Francesco I Sforza in 1450. The Crivelli family maintained the lordship over the town until the end of the 18th century when it was raised to the rank of county. In 1713, Dorno came under the rule of the House of Savoy together with Lomellina and remained in the province of Lomellina until 1859 when it became part of the province of Pavia.
The symbols of Dorno
The banner and coat of arms of Dorno were granted by decree of the President of the Republic on July 3, 1962. The coat of arms features a heraldic sun with its rays, referring to Lomellina, the two marble columns alluding to the locality ''Ad duas columnas'' and found along the ancient Roman road leading to Turin. Finally, there are the lilies, representing the Dossi and Strada families. The banner, instead, is a blue cloth.
Society and administration of Dorno
The town of Dorno has seen a significant demographic evolution over the years. At the beginning of the 20th century, the town had about 2,500 inhabitants, but over time the population has steadily grown and today it has reached about 4,519 inhabitants. From an administrative point of view, Dorno is part of the district of Vigevano, but it is an independent town.
Notes, projects, and external links
In conclusion, Dorno is a town in the province of Pavia with a very interesting history. Its origins date back to the Roman era when the town was located along a very important road for the empire. During the Middle Ages and modern era, Dorno became a center of great strategic importance thanks to its location on the border between the counties of Pavia and Lomello. Today, the town is a peaceful and pleasant place, perfect for those seeking the peace and tranquility of Lombard countryside. If you're interested in discovering more about Dorno, we invite you to visit the official websites of the town and the province of Pavia.
