Casti-Wergenstein, Mountain village in Viamala Region, Switzerland.
Casti-Wergenstein is a mountain village in the Viamala Region of Graubünden canton, situated at approximately 1,490 meters (4,900 feet) in elevation. The settlement is surrounded by pastures and forests that characterize this Alpine landscape.
The village was created in 1923 when two separate communities merged: Casti, first documented in 1204, and Wergenstein, recorded in 1219. This unification formed the settlement as it exists today.
The local population speaks mainly Romansh, the traditional language of this mountain region, which shapes daily life and community bonds. This language choice reflects a connection to customs and ways that have persisted through generations.
The village is small and easy to navigate on foot, making it simple to explore the entire settlement and its surroundings. It serves well for casual walks and visitors seeking a quiet mountain experience away from larger towns.
The municipal coat of arms features a red castle tower set on a black triple rock formation, with two red six-pointed stars on a white background. This distinctive symbol represents the fusion of the two historical communities that merged to create the village.
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