Trigolo
Welcome to Trigolo: the town in the heart of the Po Valley
Welcome to Trigolo, an Italian municipality with a population of 1630 located in the province of Cremona, Lombardy. The town is approximately 30 kilometres north of the Po River, 60 kilometres east of Milan, and 52 kilometres south of Bergamo, right in the center of the fertile Po Valley.
The physical geography of Trigolo
The municipality of Trigolo is situated at an altitude of 70 metres above sea level. If you decide to visit this town, you can admire the beauty of its geographical location. The town is surrounded by dark and fertile land, with perfect natural and human irrigation.
The history of Trigolo
Trigolo in Roman Times
The city of Trigolo has an ancient history, with its first settlements dating back to Roman times during the Republican period. At that time, after the end of the Punic Wars and the definite archiving of the Carthaginian danger, the Po Valley was divided by Roman land surveyors into centuriae, and distributed to veteran soldiers and colonists who wanted to cultivate it.
The Trigolo area underwent its first centuriation between 100 and 70 BCE. It was then distributed again between 41 and 40 BCE during the Second Triumvirate. In this period, the Governorate north of Cremona was confiscated to be distributed to the pro-Caesarian war veterans. Even today, it is possible to recognize the Roman subdivision through the almost perfect roads of 711 meters per side delimited by the original Cardo and Decumanus.
The Medieval Period
The medieval period begins, as in the rest of northern Italy, in the second half of the fourth century. The town suffered the arrival of Attila's Huns and unfortunately also experienced terrible famines (especially between 451 and 453).
After various vicissitudes, a period of tranquility arrived with the rise to power of the Franks. First with Pepin the Short, and then with Charlemagne, Trigolo and the fertile surrounding territory were entrusted to Ambrogione de Trigulo, a Carolingian vassal first mentioned by his name in a parchment of 919.
What to visit in Trigolo?
In Trigolo, there are many interesting attractions to visit. For example, you can take a walk around the town and admire its splendid historical buildings, such as the Church of San Giovanni Battista, dating back to the fifteenth century. This wonderful church was built on the remains of an ancient Roman construction dating back to the first century AD.
Other interesting attractions in Trigolo include the Municipal Palace, where you can admire its Renaissance architecture dating back to the fifteenth century.
Furthermore, you can visit the Trigolese Archaeological Group, where you can see the relics dating back to the Roman and medieval period. The guided tour is very interesting and offers an overview of the history of this ancient town.
Finally, if you have the opportunity to visit Trigolo in the summer, do not miss the chance to attend the Festa della Rana, a very popular celebration held every year in June.
What to eat in Trigolo?
If you love Italian cuisine, you will not be disappointed by the traditional food offered in Trigolo. Here, there are typical dishes that cannot be missed, such as pumpkin tortelli, casoncelli, a particular type of ravioli, and the tasty Cotoletta alla Milanese.
For those who love dessert, we recommend trying the Torta di Pane, a traditional cake made with bread, eggs, sugar, and other simple ingredients but with a unique flavor.
Conclusions
Trigolo, the town located in the heart of the Po Valley, invites you to discover its long history and natural and cultural beauties. A visit to Trigolo will offer you the opportunity to get to know an ancient town with a great history and excellent typical dishes.
