Pradleves
Pradleves: a municipality in the Valle Grana in Piedmont
Hello everyone! Today I'm talking about the municipality of Pradleves, a peaceful town in the Valle Grana in Piedmont, at 239 meters above sea level and with a population of 239 inhabitants.
History of Pradleves
The name of this municipality has a particular meaning: Pradleves actually comes from the local language, and means "meadow of water, springs". This town underwent a process of italianization during the fascist period, where it temporarily took the name of "Pradleve", only to return to its original name in 1956.
Monuments and natural beauty
Pradleves doesn't have many monuments and architectural points of interest, but it offers a remarkable natural area: within the municipality's area, there is the "Linum narbonense Station" (IT1160017), a special conservation area that protects one of the rare sites in Italy where the Linum narbonense plant can be found.
Demographic evolution of Pradleves
The population of Pradleves has suffered a significant decline in recent years: in 1951, the inhabitants of the municipality were 749, while today there are only 239. Despite this, the community that lives in Pradleves is very united and welcoming, and the town hosts several events for all tastes throughout the year.
Administration
Below is a table showing the administrations that have succeeded each other in the municipality of Pradleves. Currently, the municipality is part of the Valle Grana and Maira mountain community.
Conclusions
And with this, our trip to Pradleves comes to an end. If you're looking for a peaceful place to relax and enjoy nature, this municipality in Piedmont is perfect for you! Whether you're a fan of flora and fauna or interested in local history, you'll find something to fall in love with in this town. If you have any questions or want to share your experiences in Pradleves, leave a comment below!
