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Villa Aprilia sent on October 05, 2025 (9:25) by Pinitti. 65 comments, 414 views.

at 24mm, 1/640 f/8.0, ISO 100, hand held.

Tra la valle Sesia e la valle Anzasca, sull'alpe Selle di Baranca (1800 metri slm), si ergono i suggestivi ruderi di Villa Aprilia, una meta affascinante che conquista per la sua isolata posizione e per la storia che racchiude. E' stata progettata dall'architetto borgosesiano Costantino Gilodi nel 1908, figura di spicco del periodo della belle époque in Valsesia. Il celebre "villino Gilodi" vantava un ampio giardino, abbellito da un suggestivo terrapieno, una graziosa fontana e un sofisticato impianto idraulico e di riscaldamento. Non mancavano nemmeno i terrazzamenti che ospitavano una varietà di piante, un vero e proprio giardino alpino secondo la visione di Gilodi. Dopo la scomparsa dell'architetto, la dimora passò nelle mani della famiglia Lancia, di Vincenzo, in particolare, il capostipite, che in omaggio al famoso modello automobilistico decise di ribattezzarla "Aprilia". Il colle di Baranca, lì nei pressi, era zona strategica di passaggio. Nel 1858 vi transitavano i principi di Savoia, nel 1859 reparti dell'esercito piemontese impegnati nella seconda guerra d'indipendenza. Nell'autunno del 1943 passarono di qui, diretti verso la Svizzera, soldati alleati e famiglie di origine ebrea, con la guida di antifascisti valsesiani. Dal gennaio del 1944 il Baranca divenne fondamentale per i partigiani e l'attività della Resistenza. All'alpe Selle e nella villa Aprilia si installarono, con l'implicito accordo dei Lancia, squadre di partigiani provenienti dalla Valsesia, dal Cusio, dalle città della pianura, reduci dai primi combattimenti contro i nazifascisti nella media Valsesia. Dal Baranca i partigiani partivano per effettuare audaci attacchi, tra cui l'assalto al presidio fascista di Pontegrande. Nell'aprile del 1944 i fascisti occuparono e devastarono Fobello, poi attaccarono la base partigiana al Baranca. Qui distrussero delle baite e, soprattutto, Villa Aprilia che venne pure incendiata. Nonostante ciò, la zona rimase sempre, per tutto il periodo della Resistenza, un prezioso rifugio soprattutto per i partigiani della “Strisciante Musati”, comandata da Pietro Rastelli, detto “Pedar”. Terminato quel momento storico l'edificio è stato abbandonato del tutto e, compure resti ancora di proprietà della famiglia Lancia, versa nello stato in cui si vede in foto, praticamente diruto e pericolante nelle strutture che non sono ancora crollate.

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Pinitti

sent on October 06, 2025 (21:55) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Zamax, cheers.

Roberto Arrigoni

sent on October 06, 2025 (21:57) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

The presentation of this villa, or rather of its ruins, is interesting. A historical event that I did not know.
The image is also excellent, well done Pinitti.
Good evening,
Roberto

Simoneperi1967

sent on October 06, 2025 (22:57) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

wonderful ruins

Jeant

sent on October 06, 2025 (23:23)

Wonderful composition and beautiful landscape…congratulations my friend Pinitti….Jean Sorriso

Renni

sent on October 06, 2025 (23:29) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

A monument to the history of the resistance, framed by this beautiful landscape.
Excellent your sharing dear Pinitti
Good evening

Francescoc

sent on October 07, 2025 (13:07) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Very suggestive location well immortalized! Congratulations!

Pinitti

sent on October 07, 2025 (18:58) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Roberto
Simone
Jean
Renni
Francesco
Thank you, best regards.

Claudio Santoro

sent on October 07, 2025 (22:06) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Great shot, congratulations again

Massimo_Photo

sent on October 07, 2025 (22:12) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Splendid proposal with interesting caption, beautiful image and location! greetings :-)

Pinitti

sent on October 07, 2025 (22:33) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Claudio
Massimo
Thank you and greet you cordially.

MassiCricco

sent on October 08, 2025 (15:44) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

A beautiful image that combines nature and monumental remains. The caption is interesting. Many compliments Pinitti and greetings, Massimiliano

Pinitti

sent on October 08, 2025 (19:28) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thank you Massimiliano, cheers.

Franco Buffalmano

sent on October 12, 2025 (12:12) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

I admire the photos and caption!
Happy Sunday Pinitti
FB

Pinitti

sent on October 12, 2025 (13:53) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

I'm happy dear Franco, have a good Sunday to you too.

Lello1956

sent on October 12, 2025 (19:51) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

a beautiful mountain ruin
very nice congratulations hello ;-)

Pinitti

sent on October 12, 2025 (20:19) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thank you Lello, cheers.

Jerry Vacchieri

sent on October 13, 2025 (8:54) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

nice composition and shot... :-)

Pinitti

sent on October 13, 2025 (9:04) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Jerry, cheers.

Sergio Bartolomeo

sent on October 17, 2025 (10:50) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Very interesting caption that I read in one breath. I did not know the existence and history of this villa inserted in a splendid natural setting and in an important page of history. Passionate about engines, I am struck by the link with the "Lancia"
Congratulations for your work
Greetings
Sergio

Pinitti

sent on October 17, 2025 (14:05) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thank you Sergio for your welcome comment, cheers.

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