Losana
Discovering Mornico Losana, the Pearl of the Oltrepò Pavese Hills
Hello friends, today I'm taking you on a journey to a small village nestled in the hills of the Oltrepò Pavese, Mornico Losana or "Murnigh" as its inhabitants call it in the Oltrepadano dialect. This municipality, with a population of around 589 inhabitants, is located in the province of Pavia in Lombardy and is situated in the valley of the Verzate stream.
History of Mornico Losana
The municipality of Mornico Losana was mentioned as one of the places granted by Emperor Frederick Barbarossa to the city of Pavia in a document from 1164. In those days, it was a fortified place that enjoyed autonomous administration. Later, the village followed the fortunes of the Montalto fiefdom through the Strozzi, Taverna, and finally returning to the Belcredi (family), who in the 18th century took the title of Marquises of Mornico.
Monuments and Places of Interest
The castle of Mornico Losana is the main monument in the municipality. It was built by the Belcredi as an outpost towards the plain compared to the castle of Montalto Pavese. The structure dominates the village from the top of the hill and is also visible from the Po Valley.
Society
With regard to demographic evolution, the municipality of Mornico Losana has a population of about 589 inhabitants and is part of the lower range of the Oltrepò Pavese Mountain Community.
Administration
Mornico Losana is administered by Mayor Andrea Cristiani.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Mornico Losana is a small municipality that deserves to be visited for its strategic position on the Oltrepò Pavese hills and for its main monument, the Castle. Furthermore, the village offers its visitors the opportunity to enjoy the surrounding nature and the tranquillity of the rural areas of northern Italy. I recommend you come and visit us and enjoy the beauty of this small village surrounded by nature.
External Links
For more information, you can visit the official website of the municipality of Mornico Losana or contact the tourism office of the Lombardy region.
