Formignana
Welcome to Formignana!
Hello everyone! Today I will talk about Formignana, a small town in the province of Ferrara, in Emilia-Romagna. This area has a population of 2,680 people and until December 31, 2018, it was an autonomous municipality. From that day on, it joined the municipality of Tresigallo to create the new municipality of Tresignana. Below I will briefly tell you about the history of Formignana and list its points of interest.
History
Formignana has a long and interesting history. It is believed that the town existed since 870, when Pope Adrian II recognized the land possessions of the Firmignanus brothers in the "Corte Forminiana". The current name of the village derives from this. The Court, which at that time had much larger borders than those of today, was the subject of disputes between the churches of Ferrara and Ravenna until its definitive passage to the Este dukedom in 1251.
From the Risorgimento until 1908, Formignana was part of the municipality of Copparo, but then it became an autonomous municipality along with other villages. In 1961, Tresigallo, a fraction of Formignana, became an autonomous municipality.
Monuments and places of interest
Formignana is a small town but offers beautiful monuments and points of interest.
Religious architecture
The Church of Santo Stefano Papa and Martire di Tresignana, built between the XII and XIX centuries, is a masterpiece of religious architecture.
Civil architecture
The Palazzina municipale, Piazza Unità, and the Teatro di Formignana are the main civil buildings in the area. The latter is located in the old radio station and is definitely worth a visit.
Other monuments
The monument to the soldiers of Formignana who fell during the First and Second World Wars is an important symbol of tolerance and unity of the town.
Society
Demographic evolution
The population of Formignana has grown over time. In 1921 there were only 1,652 people, in 1951 there were 2,590 people, and today there are 2,680 inhabitants.
Administration
Formignana is governed by a municipal administration. Since 1908, many administrations have succeeded in carrying on the traditions and cultural diversities that make the area unique.
Conclusions
In summary, Formignana is a small town in the province of Ferrara in Emilia-Romagna with a long history and many places of interest to visit. If you have the opportunity to pass by here, do not miss the Church of Santo Stefano Papa and Martire, the Teatro di Formignana, and the monument to the soldiers of Formignana who fell in wars. I hope that this brief virtual journey has stimulated your curiosity about this wonderful area!
