Sant'Alessio con Vialone
Welcome to Sant'Alessio con Vialone!
If you're looking for a quiet Italian village where you can spend a few days relaxing, then you can't miss Sant'Alessio con Vialone. This municipality in the province of Pavia, Lombardy, has just 1,023 inhabitants and is located in the heart of the Po Valley, to the right of the Olona river. But why choose Sant'Alessio con Vialone? Discover it with me, following this brief summary of its historical, cultural, and natural heritage.
History
Sant'Alessio con Vialone is an ancient village that dates back at least to the 12th century when it was known as ''Sancto Alexjo''. The village belonged to the noble family of Canepanova di Pavia, but it was taken from them in the 14th century by the Beccaria, who turned it into a fiefdom. Later, the village was annexed to other nearby ones, including the fractions of Lossano and Guardabiate. In the 19th century, Sant'Alessio con Vialone became part of the municipality of Lardirago but regained its autonomy in 1947.
Symbols
The emblem of the Municipality of Sant'Alessio con Vialone was granted only in 2005. The town's banner is a blue drapery.
Monuments and places of interest
If you are passionate about history or architecture, you cannot miss the Castle of Sant'Alessio con Vialone. Built as early as the 14th century, the castle is still in the center of the village and has recently been renovated. The Church of Sant'Alessio, rebuilt in the 17th century, is also a place of interest for the town's architectural heritage. But if you are a nature lover, then Sant'Alessio con Vialone might surprise you. Around the castle, in fact, there is a unique natural oasis, the Oasis of Sant'Alessio. Here you can admire typical environments of the Amazon rainforest as well as the Po Valley.
Society
The village has undergone a slight demographic decline in recent years, dropping from 1,094 inhabitants in 2001 to 1,023 in 2011.
Administration
Currently, the Mayor of Sant'Alessio con Vialone is Pier Domenico Laseri.
Conclusion
In short, Sant'Alessio con Vialone is a municipality that has a lot to offer, between history, culture, and nature. Don't forget to visit it if you have the opportunity to explore these areas of Lombardy.
