Mottalciata
A small municipality in Piedmont: Mottalciata
If you're looking for a quiet and charming place to spend a few days of relaxation, Mottalciata is the perfect place for you. Located in the province of Biella, in Piedmont, this municipality of 1321 inhabitants offers many tourist attractions, as well as an interesting history.
History
The territory of Mottalciata dates back to the times of the Roman Empire, as evidenced by a small altar dating back to the 2nd century preserved in the museum of the Biella area. However, the locality was already inhabited by a pre-Celtic village. An important event in the history of Mottalciata dates back to May 17, 1944, when seventeen Garibaldi Brigades were shot by the Italian Social Republic militiamen of the Tagliamento Legion near the San Vincenzo cemetery.
Symbols
The coat of arms of the Vercelli family of Alciati ("barry of azure and argent") is the symbol of the municipality of Mottalciata. The Alciati were lords of Mottalciata.
Monuments and places of interest
If you visit Mottalciata, you can't miss the oriental nature reserve of the Baragge, an area of great natural beauty. In addition, the Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the Church of San Vincenzo are worth a visit. The Church of San Vincenzo dates back to the 12th century but was almost completely rebuilt in the 18th century, while the bell tower is still the original one, probably dating back to the 12th century and built in Romanesque style. Among other attractions, there are the Church of San Silvestro (18th century) and the Castle-ringed, located on the hill above the current municipal center and dating back to the 14th century.
Society
Demographic evolution
Mottalciata has a population of 1321 inhabitants, a stable figure in recent years.
Infrastructure and transport
Between 1890 and 1933, Mottalciata was served by the Vercelli-Biella tramway. Currently, it is possible to reach the municipality by car or public transport.
Administration
The municipality of Mottalciata is part of the union of municipalities "Colline e Rive del Cervo", which also includes the municipalities of Quaregna and Cerreto Castello.
Notes
If you want to deepen your knowledge of Mottalciata, we suggest you visit the municipality's website.
External links
For information about the locality, the website of the municipality of Mottalciata is an excellent source of information.
