Orio Al Serio
Orio al Serio, the city airport
Hello friends!
Would you like to visit a small Italian city rich in history? And what if I told you that this city is home to one of the most important airports in the country? Today I will talk to you about Orio al Serio, also known as Öre al Sère in the Bergamo dialect, a small town located southeast of Bergamo in Lombardy.
History
The territory of Orio al Serio dates back to ancient times, when some small tribes of the Ligurian people inhabited the area. Later, the Etruscans and the Cenomani Gauls settled there. The Roman civilization consolidated the territory, building important roads for communication and military defense.
The Middle Ages were relatively calm for Orio al Serio, thanks to its strategic location that protected it from the fratricidal struggles between Guelphs and Ghibellines. In the fifteenth century, the Republic of Venice took control of the territory and improved the social and economic condition of the citizens.
During the Venetian period, Orio al Serio was ruled by the Martinengo-Colleoni family, descendants of the famous condottiero Bartolomeo Colleoni. Over the centuries, the territory followed the political fortunes of the city of Bergamo, being incorporated into the Cisalpine Republic, the Lombardo-Venetian Kingdom, and finally into the newly born Kingdom of Italy in 1859.
The airport
In recent decades, the name Orio al Serio has become famous for its airport, which was converted from military to civilian in 1970. In the 1990s, it began to compete with the airports of Milan thanks to low-cost flights, becoming the fourth busiest airport in Italy with over 13 million passengers per year.
The airport is very important for the surrounding area, as it provides employment to many people and has helped to grow the local economy. Despite its success, the airport has managed to maintain its charm as a small airport, without losing its welcoming and family character.
What to see
In addition to the airport, there are several tourist attractions to visit in Orio al Serio. The historic center is characterized by the Tower of Rhododendrons, a medieval tower that was part of a defensive system of the city.
Also not to be missed is the church of San Giorgio, dating back to the twelfth century, which preserves precious works of art inside.
For nature lovers, the territory also offers beautiful walks in the green, such as the one in the Park of the Quarries: a natural area characterized by white marble quarries, which represent an important geological and historical heritage of the area.
Conclusions
In conclusion, the small municipality of Orio al Serio represents a hidden gem of the province of Bergamo. With its rich history and famous airport, it has a lot to offer to anyone who wishes to visit it. And you, have you ever had the fortune to visit this small Italian city?
