Luserna San Giovanni, Municipality in Val Pellice, Metropolitan City of Turin, Italy
Luserna San Giovanni is a municipality in Val Pellice in the Metropolitan City of Turin, spread across the hill of San Giovanni, the Airali district plain, and the medieval hamlet of Luserna. The settlement sits where two rivers meet, creating a geographically varied landscape.
The municipality was formed in 1871 through the merger of two separate communities with roots reaching back to the 11th century. This joining of two distinct settlements became the foundation for the municipality's modern identity and structure.
The central square displays both a Waldensian Temple and a Catholic Church side by side, reflecting the religious diversity that shapes daily life here. Both houses of worship stand as visible signs of a community that has embraced different faiths for generations.
The municipality offers administrative services in a central location, and the town sits conveniently for exploring Val Pellice with its river valleys and walking paths. A visit is possible year-round, with spring and fall providing pleasant conditions for walking around.
In 1826, Benedetto Caffarel established one of Italy's earliest chocolate factories here. This founding transformed the town and made it a key center for Italian chocolate making in the 19th century.
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