Pasturo
Pasturo: a mountain village with a millennial history and a holiday destination for the poet Antonia Pozzi. Let's discover together what this town of 1907 inhabitants located at the foot of the Northern Grigna in Lombardy has to offer.
History
Pasturo has a long history dating back to Roman times: the famous "via Spluga" passed here, which allowed connecting Milan with Lindau through the Spluga Pass. In Alessandro Manzoni's novel "The Betrothed", the village is mentioned as the birthplace of Agnese, the mother of Lucia Mondella.
Symbols
Pasturo's coat of arms and flag are symbols of the beauty and fertility of the territory, depicting a red five-petal flower rooted on the barred gold and red of four pieces. This emblem is present in the Bonacina Heraldic Archive of the 18th century.
Monuments and places of interest
In Pasturo, the Church of Sant'Eusebio is located in the main square of the village and houses works by important artists such as Luigi Tagliaferri, degli Aliprandi, and Aloisio Reali. Inside, there are also Gothic frescoes depicting Giuliano the hospitaller. Other places of interest are the Town Hall and the Sanctuary of the Madonna della Cintura.
In Baiedo, a hamlet of Pasturo, there are the Church of San Pietro Martire, the Church of Sant'Andrea, and the Rocca di Baiedo.
Society
The population of Pasturo has grown over the centuries, from 700 inhabitants in 1720 to 1251 in 1931 after the annexation of Baiedo.
Mountain community
Pasturo is part of the Mountain Community of Valsassina.
Administration
The municipality of Pasturo has several twinning partnerships with other cities.
Pasturo is an ideal place for those who love the mountains and unspoiled nature. Here you can take numerous excursions to the Pialeral and Brioschi Refuges, enjoying breathtaking views. The village is also the ideal place to participate in the Sagra delle Sagre (August) and the Manifestazione Zootecnica Valsassinese (September).
If you are passionate about history and art, do not miss the opportunity to visit the Church of Sant'Eusebio, with its Gothic frescoes, and the Town Hall of Pasturo. Moreover, the Rocca di Baiedo is a fascinating place for its history and panoramic position.
Pasturo is a place full of charm and history, with its culture and traditions deeply rooted in the history of Lombardy. It is an unmissable place for those who want to discover the beauty of nature and culture.
