Tronzano Vercellese
Welcome to Tronzano Vercellese
Hello everyone! Today I'm taking you on a journey to discover Tronzano Vercellese, an Italian municipality located in the beautiful region of Piedmont. With its 3,309 inhabitants and strategic geographical location, Tronzano is nestled in the magnificent Po Valley and boasts the presence of numerous watercourses that irrigate the territory, making it perfect for rice cultivation.
Physical Geography
Territory
Located north of the Po River, Tronzano Vercellese straddles three important cities: Vercelli, Biella, and Turin. It is located in a flat area and the abundance of waterways, such as the Marcova and the Cavour Canal, make irrigation of the territory possible, which is essential for rice cultivation.
Climate
The climate of Tronzano is of a "padano" temperate type. Winters here are very cold and foggy, while summers are hot and humid. In spring and autumn, precipitation is more likely to occur, while in summer, thunderstorms can be very intense. However, in recent decades, the phenomenon of fog has decreased compared to other areas of northern Italy thanks to the presence of currents coming from the Aosta Valley.
Origins of the Name
History of Naming
The history of the name Tronzano Vercellese is ancient and has undergone several variations over time. Over the years, thanks to the analysis of geographical maps and medieval documents, different names related to the history of the country have been identified. Some of them may have been influenced by the language of local populations in the past. Among the most widespread are ''Viculus et alter Viculus'' (Roman era), ''Truentianum et alterum Truentianum'' (568-774), ''Trontianum et alterum Trontianum'', ''Loco Torencjano'' mentioned in documents from 969, ''Tronsanum et alterum Tronsanum'', ''Tronsanum superior et Tronsanum Inferior'', ''Troncianum'', ''Tronsano'', Tronzano (1256).
Origin of the Name
There are several theories about the origin of the meaning of the name Tronzano. One of the most accredited derives the name from the Latin word ''struere'' or ''con-struere'', which means to build masonry works or even united-built suburb. Alternatively, it is supposed that Tronzano derives from Transitus Salicensis (Salii's transit or passage), a people who in 590 BC occupied and settled in these territories. Finally, it is believed that the word comes from the Latin adjective in 'anum'.
History
Tronzano Vercellese is a locality boasting an important and interesting history. Here, there are numerous testimonies from the Roman era, such as the castle of Castrum Quirini. We are near the Roman "Mansio Viae Longae" (the ancient Santhià) and the territory was divided into two distinct villages: Truentianum and Alter Truentianum. During the reign of the Lombards (568-774), Truentianum was occupied by the Lombard conquerors, followers of the Lombard law, while Alter Truentianum was left to the Italo-Romans as owners of the soil and followers of Roman law.
Conclusion
So we have come to the end of our virtual tour to discover Tronzano Vercellese. Thanks to this virtual experience, we have been able to learn more about its history, landscape, climate, and the origin of its name. Compared to the big cities, Tronzano may seem like a small village, but it is rich in history and treasures to discover. I hope to have introduced you to a destination that is still little known, but of great charm. Come and discover Tronzano Vercellese in person, we are waiting for you!
