Cinto Caomaggiore
Cinto Caomaggiore: history and territory
Cinto Caomaggiore is an Italian municipality with a population of 3128 located in the Veneto region, precisely in the metropolitan city of Venice. The village is located in the Friulian-Venetian plain, in an area that connects the high and low plains. The municipality's territory covers an area of 21.47 km² and borders with Chions to the north, Pramaggiore to the east, Sesto al Reghena and Gruaro to the west, and Portogruaro to the south.
Physical geography
Cinto Caomaggiore is crossed by the rivers Caomaggiore and Reghena (of which the Caomaggiore is a tributary) and by several canals, including the Melon, Suiedo, Lison, Trator, and San Piero (old course of the Reghena river). The subsoil of the municipality is crossed by a branch of the Tagliamento river that feeds several springs, including the Lakes of Cinto, former gravel quarries now flooded that offer an ideal habitat for aquatic fauna and a stopover for many birds.
Seismology and climate
Cinto Caomaggiore is a low seismicity area, according to the Italian Seismic Classification. From a climatic point of view, the village belongs to zone E, with a total of 2,649 degree days. The climate is typically temperate, with strong rainfall all year round and very hot summers.
History and origin of the name
Cinto Caomaggiore probably has Roman origins, and its name seems to derive from ''ad quintum'' (at 5 miles from Concordia Sagittaria). Other sources suggest that the name Cinto comes from the term ''Cintum'', which means a place surrounded by walls. The exact origin of the name of the village has not yet been found, but there are several hypotheses about it.
In the territory of Cinto Caomaggiore, interesting finds from pre-Roman and Roman times can be found, testifying to the area's importance in the past. Among the cultural associations of the village, there is an archaeological sector that collects information and documents about the finds in the area. A detailed study including maps, photos, and data on ancient discoveries has been carried out by the botanist and topographer Luigi Rossi in collaboration with the researcher Livio Marcorin. The volume can be consulted at the municipal library.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Cinto Caomaggiore is a small Venetian municipality characterized by a flat territory, crossed by rivers, canals, and springs. The area is at low seismic risk and enjoys a humid temperate climate. Although the origin of its name remains uncertain, the municipality boasts important pre-Roman and Roman finds. Cultural and sports associations animate the life of the village, keeping its memory and cultural heritage alive.
