Province of Vercelli

The province extends across 2,088 square kilometers of northern Italy, from the Swiss border through rice fields to the Sesia River valley.

The provincial capital Vercelli originated in 600 BCE, making it among the earliest settlements in northern Italy with substantial Roman archaeological remains.

The Basilica di Sant'Andrea, completed in 1227, stands as a prime example of early Gothic-Romanesque architecture with its stone facade and detailed rose window.

The province maintains extensive rice cultivation, producing substantial quantities of Carnaroli and Arborio varieties essential for traditional Italian risotto preparation.

The Sacred Mountain of Varallo contains 45 decorated chapels with frescoes and sculptures depicting biblical scenes along the mountain paths.

Location: Piedmont

Capital city: Vercelli

Shares border with: Canton of Valais, Province of Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Province of Novara, Province of Pavia, Province of Alessandria, Province of Turin, Province of Biella, Aosta Valley

Website: http://provincia.vercelli.it

GPS coordinates: 45.31667,8.41667

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:36