Faule
Faule: a town with a millennial history
Faule is a town in Piedmont with a millennial history. Located on the right bank of the River Po, on the border with the metropolitan city of Turin, Faule is home to a castle dating back to the 14th century and several medieval buildings. The first settlements date back to the year 1000, after the reclamation of the swamps by the Benedictine monks. Faule has always been an agricultural city, but in recent years, the tertiary sector has also developed. Faule is part of the Monviso Park and is a city of Monviso.
Physical geography: where is Faule
Faule is geographically located in the plain between the Po and Varaita, in the agricultural region No. 15 of the Saluzzo plain. The town is crossed by the Bealera del Mulino, which is piped in a stretch through the center of the town. Faule borders Pancalieri to the north, Villafranca Piemonte to the northwest, Casalgrasso to the northeast via an exclave, Polonghera to the east, and Moretta to the south.
Lake Capalla
Part of the municipal territory was once occupied by Lake Capalla. It was the only natural lake on the plain of the ancient province of Saluzzo and hosted typical fauna of wetlands. Several ancient sources report that its maximum width reached "two days, and 52 tables", about 9,600 m², while its depth was seven meters. Today Lake Capalla has dramatically dried up after a period of drought. In its place, a depression in the ground is visible, part of which is cultivated while the other is marshy.
The history of Faule
Faule has a millennial history. The first settlements date back to the year 1000, after the reclamation of the swamps by the Benedictine monks. Faule has always been an agricultural city. In recent years, the tertiary sector has also developed. Faule is home to a castle dating back to the 14th century and several medieval buildings.
Faule today
Today Faule is a quiet and peaceful city, perfect for a relaxing break from the hustle and bustle of the city. Faule is part of the Monviso Park, making it an excellent base for nature lovers. Faule is a city of Monviso, making it an excellent base for mountain lovers.
Conclusions
In summary, Faule is a town with a millennial history located in the plain between the Po and Varaita. Faule has always been an agricultural city, but in recent years, the tertiary sector has also developed. Visitors can visit the castle of Faule and several medieval buildings. Faule is part of the Monviso Park, making it an excellent base for nature and mountain lovers.
