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Cuneo
Coni (Piedmontese)
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| Comune di Cuneo | |||
Via Roma
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| Country | Italy | ||
| Region | Piedmont | ||
| Province | Cuneo (CN) | ||
| Frazioni | Borgo Gesso, Borgo San Giuseppe, Confreria, Madonna Dell'Olmo, Madonna Delle Grazie, Passatore, Roata Rossi, Ronchi, San Benigno, San Pietro Del Gallo, San Rocco Castagnaretta, Spinetta, Bombonina Soprana, Cascina Barca, Cascina Belvedere, Cascina Bombonina Sottana, Cascina Bonada, Cascina Cartignano, Cascina Combe, Cascina Cordero, Cascina Filatura, Cascina Forfice, Cascina Grangia, Cascina La Provvidenza, Cascina Malaspina, Cascina Mombasiglia, Cascina Rivagnola, Cascina Roero, Cascina Sciolla, Cascina Tortagrassa, Cascina Tre Tetti, Cascina Zumaglia, Cascinali Della Trinità, Cascinali Di Torre Roa, Colombaro Ferraris, Filatoio Quaranta, La Battistina, Ruata Gauteri, Segheria Torrette, Tetti Brignone, Tetti Milano, Tetti Pesio, Tetti Ravot, Tetto Buon Riposo, Tetto Coniglio, Tetto Cordonotto, Tetto Corvo, Tetto Delle Figlie, Tetto Farina, Tetto Menone, Tetto Patta, Tetto Plonasso, Tetto Ratti, Tetto Rubatti Soprano, Tetto Rubatti Sottano, Tetto San Giacomo, Torre Acceglio Inferiore, Torre Bianca, Torre Di Bava, Torre Di Brizio, Trucchi | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 119.67 km2 (46.20 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 534 m (1,752 ft) | ||
| Highest elevation | 615 m (2,018 ft) | ||
| Lowest elevation | 431 m (1,414 ft) | ||
| Population
(18 July 2024)
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| • Total | 55,990 | ||
| • Density | 467.87/km2 (1,211.78/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Italian: cuneese (pl. -i) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
12100
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| Dialing code | 0171 | ||
| Patron saint | Saint Michael | ||
| Saint day | 29 September | ||
Cuneo is a city in Piedmont, Italy. It is the capital of the province of Cuneo, which is one of the largest provinces in Italy.
The city is located about 550 meters (1,804 feet) above sea level. It sits where two rivers, the Stura and the Gesso, meet.
Cuneo is surrounded by several towns and villages. It is also close to six mountain passes. These passes are like natural gates through the mountains. They include:
- Colle della Maddalena at 1,996 meters (6,549 feet)
- Colle di Tenda at 1,871 meters (6,138 feet) – with a tunnel 3 kilometers (1.9 miles) long
- Colle del Melogno at 1,027 meters (3,369 feet)
- Colle San Bernardo at 957 meters (3,140 feet)
- Colle di Nava at 934 meters (3,064 feet)
- Colle di Cadibona at 459 meters (1,506 feet)
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History of Cuneo
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Cuneo was founded in 1198 by local people. They wanted to be independent. So, they declared their town a free commune. This meant they were no longer under the control of powerful bishops or marquises.
However, in 1210, the marquises took over. But the people of Cuneo fought back in 1231. In 1238, the Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II officially recognized Cuneo as a free commune.
In 1259, Cuneo decided to join Charles I of Anjou. He was a powerful count who could protect them from their strong neighbors. Cuneo became an important place for the Anjou family in Northern Italy.
Later, in 1382, Cuneo became part of the Duchy of Savoy. This made Cuneo a very important fortress. The city was attacked many times by France. But Cuneo always managed to defend itself successfully.
During the Napoleonic Wars, Cuneo was finally taken by France. It became the capital of a French department. After this, Cuneo returned to the Kingdom of Sardinia. When Italy became one country, Cuneo became the capital of its own province in 1859.
During World War II, from 1943 to 1945, Cuneo was a key center for the Italian resistance movement. This group fought against the German occupation of Italy. Many Jewish citizens of Cuneo faced danger during this time. Some were arrested, but many found ways to hide and stay safe. On April 25, 1945, Italian resistance fighters freed Cuneo from German and Italian fascist control.
Cool Places to See in Cuneo
There are many interesting places to visit in Cuneo:
- Villa Oldofredi Tadini: This building was once a watchtower in the 1300s and 1400s. Now, it is a museum. It shows collections from the families who used to own it.
- Villa Tornaforte: This villa has a beautiful park designed in the English style.
- Civic Museum: Here, you can learn about the city's history and culture.
- Railway Museum: This museum is all about trains and railways.
- Churches: There are several old churches like Santa Croce, San Giovanni Decollato, and Santissima Annunziata. They have beautiful paintings inside.
- Panoramic Funicular: This is a special cable car that takes you from the city plateau down to the Gesso river. It offers great views!
- Monument of Stura and Gesso: This monument in Torino Square celebrates the two rivers that meet in Cuneo.
- Via Roma, Piazza Galimberti, and Via Nizza: These are the main streets and squares. They are the heart of Cuneo for shopping and walking around.
- New Bridge (Ponte Nuovo): This bridge connects the city center to the Madonna dell' Olmo area.
- Palazzo Uffici Finanziari (PUF): This is the tallest building in the city, about 50 meters (164 feet) high.
- Parri’s Park: A large green park being built on the edge of the city.
Cuneo's Weather
Cuneo has a mild climate. Winters are cold, and summers are hot and dry. But because the city is over 500 meters (1,640 feet) above sea level, summers are not too extreme. The hottest month, July, has an average temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F). The coldest month, January, averages 1.7°C (35.1°F).
It rains about 962 millimeters (37.9 inches) a year, spread over 81 days. The most rain falls in spring and autumn. July is the driest month. Snow often falls because of the city's high location and wind patterns.
| Climate data for Cuneo (2002–2020) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 8.4 (47.1) |
9.5 (49.1) |
13.6 (56.5) |
17.4 (63.3) |
21.7 (71.1) |
26.6 (79.9) |
28.9 (84.0) |
27.9 (82.2) |
23.5 (74.3) |
17.4 (63.3) |
11.8 (53.2) |
8.8 (47.8) |
18.0 (64.3) |
| Daily mean °C (°F) | 3.3 (37.9) |
4.3 (39.7) |
8.3 (46.9) |
12.3 (54.1) |
16.3 (61.3) |
21.0 (69.8) |
23.1 (73.6) |
22.4 (72.3) |
18.4 (65.1) |
12.9 (55.2) |
7.5 (45.5) |
4.0 (39.2) |
12.8 (55.1) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | −1.9 (28.6) |
−0.8 (30.6) |
3.0 (37.4) |
7.1 (44.8) |
10.9 (51.6) |
15.4 (59.7) |
17.4 (63.3) |
16.9 (62.4) |
13.2 (55.8) |
8.4 (47.1) |
3.2 (37.8) |
−0.8 (30.6) |
7.7 (45.8) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 62 (2.4) |
70 (2.8) |
99 (3.9) |
105 (4.1) |
116 (4.6) |
98 (3.9) |
56 (2.2) |
71 (2.8) |
82 (3.2) |
119 (4.7) |
111 (4.4) |
76 (3.0) |
1,065 (42) |
| Source 1: Climi e viaggi | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: Istituto Superiore per la Protezione e la Ricerca Ambientale (precipitation 1951–1980) | |||||||||||||
Delicious Food in Cuneo
Cuneo is famous for its special treat called Cuneesi al rhum. These are small meringues covered in dark chocolate with a rum-flavored chocolate filling. They were created by Andrea Arione in 1923. You can still buy them at his bar in Piazza Galimberti.
Another local favorite is "raviolini al plin". This is a type of small ravioli pasta filled with meat and vegetables.
Sports in Cuneo
Volleyball
Cuneo has a very successful volleyball team called Piemonte Volley. They have won many important championships, including the Italian Volleyball League and several European cups.
Football
The city's football (soccer) team is Associazione Calcio Cuneo 1905 (A.C. Cuneo 1905). They play in the third level of Italian football.
Rugby
Cuneo also has a rugby team called "Cuneo Pedona Rugby". They play in the National "Serie C" League.
Cycling
Cuneo is a popular spot for cycling races. The famous Giro d'Italia bike race has often had stages that start or finish in Cuneo. In 2016, the race even went to the Sant'Anna di Vinadio sanctuary, which is the highest sanctuary in Europe.
Since 1987, Cuneo has also been the start and finish line for "La Fausto Coppi", an international amateur cycling race.
Famous People from Cuneo
Many notable people have come from Cuneo:
- Giuseppe Peano (1858–1932): A very important mathematician.
- Giovanni Battista Ceirano (1860): An automobile pioneer who helped start several car companies.
- Matteo Ceirano (1870): Another automobile pioneer who co-founded famous car brands like Itala.
- Giorgio Federico Ghedini (1892–1965): A well-known composer.
- Tancredi "Duccio" Galimberti (1906–1944): An anti-fascist lawyer and hero.
- Nuto Revelli (1919–2004): A partisan (resistance fighter) and writer.
- Carlo Petrini (born 1949): The founder of the international Slow Food Movement. He also started the University of Gastronomic Sciences.
- Piergiorgio Odifreddi (born 1950): A mathematician and logician.
- Alviero Martini (born 1950): A famous fashion designer.
- Michele Ferrero (1925–2015): He led the Ferrero Group, one of the world's largest candy makers. His company makes popular treats like Ferrero Rocher, Nutella, and Tic Tac.
Cuneo's Sister Cities
Cuneo has special connections with other cities around the world. These are called "twin towns" or "sister cities":
See also
In Spanish: Cúneo (Italia) para niños
