Francavilla Bisio
Welcome to Francavilla Bisio!
Hello everyone! Today I will talk about a small municipality in the province of Alessandria in Piedmont: Francavilla Bisio, or as it is called in Piedmontese, "Francavila." With its 512 inhabitants, Francavilla Bisio is located on the right bank of the Lemme river and has a long history to tell.
The history of Francavilla Bisio
Francavilla Bisio, identified with the ancient Bassignana or Bassignanella, derives its name from a probable tax exemption of the place by its feudal lords. In the 12th century, the territory housed the grange of S. Maria, owned by the abbots of Rivalta Scrivia. The municipality was owned by the House of Savoy since 1708 and a feud of the Grillo (1681) and Guasco (1780) families. In 1863, the municipality of Francavilla took on the new name of "Francavilla Bisio."
Symbols of Francavilla Bisio
The coat of arms of the Municipality of Francavilla Bisio was granted by a decree of the President of the Republic on February 14th, 2008. The gonfalon is a white cloth with a red border.
Places of interest in Francavilla Bisio
If you decide to visit Francavilla Bisio, you cannot miss some of its monuments and places of interest.
Religious architecture
- The parish church of Madonna delle Grazie, from 1950, with a red brick facade reminiscent of the castle motif.
Civil architecture
- Villa of the Counts of Bisio, located outside the town.
Military architecture
- The town is dominated by an imposing castle, built around a tower already present in the 10th century but subject to subsequent expansions; the current appearance, although medieval, is the result of 19th-century renovations.
The society of Francavilla Bisio
The Municipality of Francavilla Bisio has had a demographic evolution over the years.
Infrastructure and transport
There is a certified airfield located in the municipal area, usable by both ultralight and general aviation aircraft.
Administration in Francavilla Bisio
Below is a table of the administrations that have succeeded in this municipality.
Photo gallery
To make you more curious about discovering Francavilla Bisio, I am showing you some of its pictures.
Conclusions
Here is a brief but complete summary of what you can find by visiting Francavilla Bisio. From its imposing castle to its churches, passing through the Villa of the Counts of Bisio, you can enjoy some of the most significant places in the history of Piedmont. What are you waiting for? Come and visit Francavilla Bisio!
