Oleggio, Italian comune
Oleggio is a small town in the province of Novara in northern Italy, situated on a gentle hill overlooking surrounding plains. It features narrow streets, small squares, and stone buildings from different periods, including the Romanesque Basilica of San Michele with its distinctive tall bell tower.
Settlement dates back to Roman times, with archaeological evidence of Ligurian and Celtic peoples in the area. The Basilica of San Michele originated in the 10th century and became a parish church in the 14th century, while the Torre Campanaria tower likely dates from the 12th to 15th centuries, marking the medieval period.
The name reflects the region's Ligurian and Celtic past. Today you see locals gathering in cafes and the main square, where traditions come alive through annual festivals featuring music and local food.
The town is easily reached by car or bus from Novara and has parking areas near the center. It offers basic services like shops, cafes, and a post office, with exploring on foot through narrow streets being the best way to experience the place.
The town has a strong connection to wine production and is known as the City of Milk due to the region's quality dairy and Colline Novaresi wines. Italy's first cooperative winery was founded here in 1891, a story told through the Museum of the Barrels.
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