The town was founded by peasants who fled from Motta Santa Lucia after the earthquake of 1638. Moving to the interior, they asked asylum from Prince Cigala of Tiriolo, who allowed them to settle in the area which is today known as "Colla Pagliara", in exchange for the payment of a modest head tax.
The town was established by peasants who fled Motta Santa Lucia after an earthquake in 1638. They sought refuge from Prince Cigala of Tiriolo, who allowed them to settle in the area now known as "Colla Pagliara" in exchange for a small tax.