Tainate
Welcome to Tainate: Let's Discover the History of This Picturesque Village
Hello everyone! Today I'll be talking about Tainate, a hamlet of the municipality of Noviglio, in the province of Milan. Tainate, also known as Tainaa in Milanese dialect, is a small village located north of the inhabited center, towards Gaggiano. Despite its small size, the village has an ancient and fascinating history.
The History of Tainate
Tainate was an old municipality in the province of Milan and became a parish as early as 1583. In 1771, a census commissioned by Maria Theresa of Austria counted 365 inhabitants in the village. In 1805, with the proclamation of the Kingdom of Italy, Tainate depopulated and started to have inhabitants again only in 1859, when it reached 506 inhabitants. During the Napoleonic period, Tainate was merged with Noviglio and Copiago, but the municipality was reinstated in 1841 and then definitively dissolved and annexed to Noviglio in 1870 with a decree by Victor Emmanuel II.
Interesting Facts About Tainate
Despite its modest size, Tainate has many interesting curiosities. For example, the Church of Santa Margherita, built in the 1300s and still present in the town, was built on the remains of an old 12th-century church. In the church, you can admire frescoes from the 15th century and a marble altar dating back to the 1600s. Tainate also houses the Fenoglio Studies Center, which since 2017 has been organizing poetry and creative writing courses to remember the Piedmontese writer Beppe Fenoglio, who died in 1963.
The Present of Tainate
Today Tainate has only around 70 inhabitants but retains its ancient charm. The village, surrounded by fields and hills, offers a tranquility that makes it ideal for a break from the frenzy of the city. From Tainate, it is easy to reach the center of Milan thanks to its proximity to the metro, but the village also offers tennis courts, a football field, and trails for hikes in the surrounding nature.
Conclusion
Here, friends, is a brief history of the village of Tainate. I hope this brief guide has piqued your curiosity and motivated you to discover the hidden treasures of this fascinating village. Whether you want to stroll through its alleys, visit its ancient church, or simply enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding landscape, Tainate will offer you a unique and unforgettable experience. Until next time!
