Postua
Postua: a small Piedmontese town nestled among mountains and streams
Postua is a Piedmontese municipality located in the province of Vercelli, with a population of around 560 inhabitants. The town is surrounded by green forests and bordered by the Strona di Postua stream, a tributary of the Sessera river on the left bank. In the distance, you can admire Mount Barone, which stands at 2044 meters.
A brief history of the Municipality of Postua
The coat of arms and the flag of the municipality of Postua were granted by decree of the President of the Republic in July 2020. The flag of the municipality is a white drapery.
Society: events and traditions in Postua
The community of Postua maintains a strong connection with the Postuese Family abroad, especially in France, where many Postuesi have moved in the past. Every year, the traditional Raduno Postuese is held, organized by the heirs of emigrated families. In summer, many families who love to keep their Postuese roots come to the village to spend their vacations, where they can swim in the stream, go hiking in the mountains, and participate in local festivals.
The village is also popular among French tourists, many of whom spend long periods in Postua.
During the Christmas period, the "I Presepi di Postua" event takes place near the village, which attracts a lot of popularity.
Anthropic geography: the hamlets of Postua
Postua is mainly divided into six hamlets: Roncole, Barinciano, Chiesa, Riva, Fucine, and Naulina.
Administration and useful information
The Municipality of Postua was part of the Valle Sessera Mountain Community. For more information on the municipality of Postua and its activities, you can visit the Municipality's website.
Conclusions
Postua is a small town surrounded by nature that maintains strong ties to its history and traditions. Its location among mountains and streams makes it an excellent destination for outdoor excursions and vacations, while the Raduno Postuese and "I Presepi di Postua" event attract visitors from all over the world.
