Noviglio
Welcome to Noviglio
Hello everyone, today we'll talk about Noviglio, a scattered municipality in the metropolitan city of Milan in Lombardy, with a population of around 4496. The territory of Noviglio has been inhabited by different cultures such as the Ligurians, Gauls, Latins, and Lombards.
History
The municipality is divided into different fractions that are far apart: Noviglio, Mairano (the seat of the municipality), Santa Corinna, Tainate, and various farms (Conigo, Tavernasco, Conago, Domenegasco, Copiago). Each fraction has its own church, a testimony to the ancient division of the territory.
Throughout its history, the town has gone through difficult periods, like the plague epidemic of 1630, followed by years of famine and poverty. However, Noviglio has managed to maintain its rural tradition, preserving some historical buildings and courtyard farms that have been kept intact over time thanks to their original structure. The agrarian past, characterized by farmers and rice farm workers, blends with the present, with the presence of modern farming equipment. In 1786, the municipality of Noviglio was included in the province of Pavia (Austrian Lombardy), while in 1870, the municipality of Tainate merged with it.
Monuments and Places of Interest
Noviglio has several places of interest, such as the expansion of the existing school complex inspired by Piet Mondrian's famous "Composition B" and intended for use as a cafeteria, refectory, and gym. The external cladding has been made with Corten steel, which incorporates the new building into the chromatic context of the South Milan Agricultural Park.
In addition, Noviglio hosts the Kartell Museum dedicated to the eponymous furniture-making company, founded in 1999 and reorganized in 2014, exhibiting over 1000 creations by designers and architects. To the east of the municipality, along the SP203 towards the Mairano fraction, is the old cemetery, no longer in use but still accessible.
Society
The town has seen significant population growth over the years. In 1751, it had only 140 inhabitants, and in 1771, there were 325, while in 1805, the population was 768. In 1811, with the temporary union with Tainate and Copiago, the population was 849, increasing to 890 after the annexation of Conigo in 1853. Currently, Noviglio has a population of around 4496.
Economy
The economy of Noviglio is mainly agricultural, with the cultivation of rice, maize, and wheat. The main form of livestock is cattle, from which meat and milk are obtained.
Administration
The municipal administration operates in the town of Noviglio, dealing with all aspects related to the management of the territory.
Curiosities
A curiosity that characterizes Noviglio is the storks, which from April to August, nest on the bell tower of the church of San Michele in Mairano.
Conclusion
Noviglio is a municipality with a long history behind it, which has faced different difficulties over the years but has managed to maintain its rural tradition and preserve its beauty. We are confident that the town will continue to be a fascinating and culturally rich place for future generations.
