Vasco
Monastery of Vasco: a residential location immersed in the Piedmontese countryside
Monastery of Vasco is a small municipality located in the heart of the province of Cuneo, Piedmont, composed of several fractions including Roapiana, Bertolini Sottani, Vasco, and many others. Despite not being a tourist destination, the hilly territory of Monastery has begun to attract the interest of many people, thanks to its residential location outside the city but still within short distance of other important centers. The population of the city has had a significant increase in recent years, although a high mortality rate among the original population has had an impact on the numbers. The municipality has basic services such as post offices and banks, and it is also an ideal place for small commercial activities.
History of Monastery of Vasco
The first historical evidences of Monastery of Vasco date back to the early years of the year 1000, when the "cellula Sancti Benedicti" was founded, which later became a priory in 1180. The municipality was part of the "Districtus of Mondovì" until 1699, when the separation took place, after two wars among the various Piedmontese cities. Unfortunately, during this period, Monastery of Vasco suffered most of the destruction and most of the population was deported to other parts of the region.
Symbols of Monastery of Vasco
The coat of arms and the banner of the Municipality of Monastery of Vasco were granted by decree of the president of the Republic on February 5, 1988.
Places of interest in Monastery of Vasco
Although it is a small municipality, Monastery of Vasco has some architectural monuments and places of interest. The remains of the old monastery are still visible in the municipality, including two gates, one for carts and the other pedestrian. The chapel of San Lorenzo, on the homonymous hill in Mondovì, and the parish churches of San Pietro and Paolo in the capital of Roapiana and of the Immacolata Concezione and San Giovanni Battista in Vasco, are other interesting attractions.
Demographics of Monastery of Vasco
According to statistics, the population of Monastery of Vasco has seen a significant increase in recent years, thanks to the growing demand for houses outside the city. However, the high mortality rate associated with the fact that many original inhabitants are aging has an impact on the numbers.
Culture of Monastery of Vasco
Monastery of Vasco is known for the production of "Bala d'Asu", a cooked sausage, and for the precious Moncervetto marble.
Administration of Monastery of Vasco
The municipality of Monastery of Vasco has been part of the Alto Tanaro Cebano Monregalese Mountain Community Union. Below is a table showing the most important administrations that have succeeded in the municipality.
Conclusions
Monastery of Vasco is a unique municipality, immersed in the Piedmontese countryside, with a considerable demographic growth thanks to the growing demand for housing outside the city. With the ancient churches, the remains of the old monastery, the local gastronomic delicacies and other places of interest, Monastery of Vasco is definitely a place of great interest for those who love Italian history and culture.
