Moncestino
Welcome to Moncestino!
Hello everyone! Today we'll talk about Moncestino, a small municipality of 195 inhabitants located in the province of Alessandria, in Piedmont. If you're interested in visiting a peaceful place immersed in nature, this is the right place for you! Let's discover together what makes Moncestino so special.
The History of Moncestino
Symbols
The Municipality of Moncestino has its coat of arms and banner granted by the President of the Republic on September 15th, 1988. The banner is white.
Monuments and Places of Interest
In Moncestino, there are some places worth visiting. First of all, the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, built in the second half of the 18th century. Then we have the Castle, located on the hill 300 meters high, which was rebuilt in Baroque style in 1650 after being destroyed in 1633 during the war for the succession of Monferrato.
Society
Demographic Evolution
Despite being a charming place, Moncestino has undergone extensive depopulation over the last hundred years, losing more than two-thirds of its resident population in 1921.
Administration
Below is a summary table of the various administrations that have succeeded in Moncestino.
Conclusions
Moncestino is a hidden gem of Piedmont, a small village immersed in nature that will allow you to rediscover the beauty and peace of country life. Spend a day or a few days here, you won't regret it!
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Other Projects
For more information about Moncestino and its monuments and places of interest, visit the Municipality's website.
