Vicolungo
Welcome to Vicolungo, the municipality of the province of Novara
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk to you about Vicolungo, a small but fascinating Piedmontese municipality in the province of Novara with an ancient history and several interesting places to visit. Vicolungo is located near the "Biandrate-Vicolungo" motorway junction of the A4 motorway, which makes it easily accessible by car. Moreover, the main outlet of the province of Novara is also located in the area, perfect for shopping lovers, as well as the Ondaland water park, perfect for a day of fun with family or friends.
The history of Vicolungo
The history of Vicolungo has ancient roots. During the Roman Civilization, the locality was crossed by the Via delle Gallie, which connected the Po Valley to Gallia. This consular road was built by Augustus and represented an important connection between Italy and Europe. The passage of the Via delle Gallie contributed to the development of the territory of Vicolungo, which over the years saw the birth of numerous monuments and historic buildings.
Monuments and places of interest in Vicolungo
Vicolungo boasts several monuments and places of interest not to be missed. Among the civil architecture, for example, stands out the Tenuta Torre di Gargarengo, located in the hamlet of Gargarengo, to the left of the Busca canal. This estate, of sixteenth-century origin, consists of a series of buildings including a tower, a chapel, an agricultural shed, and a residence. The Tenuta Torre di Gargarengo is considered one of the most important assets of the municipality of Vicolungo.
Among the religious architecture, instead, it is worth visiting the parish church of San Giorgio. This church, built in the eighteenth century in a Baroque style, retains numerous works of art and frescoes of great historical and artistic value. Finally, one cannot fail to mention the Sforza Castle of Vicolungo, located in the center of the village. This medieval castle has been renovated and restored over the years and now hosts cultural events and exhibitions.
Society and Demography
The municipality of Vicolungo has about 828 inhabitants, and its demographic evolution has been constant over the years. The population is mainly composed of families and elderly people, but in recent years, the municipality has seen an increase in young people who move to the area for work or study reasons.
Infrastructure and Transport
Vicolungo is easily accessible by car thanks to the "Biandrate-Vicolungo" motorway junction of the A4 motorway. In the past, the locality was also served by the Vercelli-Biandrate-Fara tramway, which connected Vicolungo to other Piedmontese cities. Today, the line is no longer active, but it remains a testimony to the history and transport infrastructure of the territory.
Administration of Vicolungo
The municipality of Vicolungo has been managed over the years by different administrations and mayors. Below, I propose a summary table of the various administrations that have followed one another:
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The photo gallery of Vicolungo
Finally, I propose some shots of the beauty of our municipality. In the gallery, you will find some photos of the Municipality of Vicolungo, the parish church of San Giorgio, and the Sforza Castle.
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Conclusions
So, are you ready for a visit to Vicolungo? This small Piedmontese municipality hides treasures and wonders waiting to be discovered. From the Tenuta Torre di Gargarengo to the Sforza Castle, passing through the parish church of San Giorgio, the architectures and testimonies of the history of Vicolungo are many and wonderful. But don't forget to stop by the outlet and the water park, for a day of shopping and fun!
