Codognè
Codognè, a historic and charming town in the heart of Veneto
Codognè is a historic town located in the province of Treviso, in the heart of the Veneto region. With its 5,219 inhabitants, Codognè is a perfect destination for those who want to discover the historical and natural beauty of Veneto. In this article, we explore the history, monuments, attractions, and most important events of Codognè.
The origins of the name
The name Codognè derives from the Latin "cotōneum" which means "quince", with the common collective suffix "-ētum".
The history of Codognè
During the Middle Ages, Codognè was an important center of a Benedictine Order. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Codognè was visited by important historical figures like Napoleon, who passed through during the Battle of the Camolli, and Ugo Foscolo, a guest at Villa Toderini where he composed some of his sonnets.
Monuments and places of interest
Codognè boasts numerous religious and civil architectures that testify to its historical past. The parish church of Sant'Andrea is an 18th-century building, with a gabled façade characterized by a large dentate pediment surmounted by three statues. Among the Venetian villas present in the municipal territory of Codognè, Villa Paoletti (Cimetta, 18th century), Villa Porcia Andreetta Dell'Andrea (known as "Rosa") (Roverbasso, 18th century), Villa Toderini (18th century) and Villa Travaini (18th century) are to be highlighted. The territory of Codognè is also known for the presence of various streams and springs, attributable to the peculiar landscape of the "palù (landscape)" between Livenza and Monticano, of which Codognè is the center, along with San Fior di Sotto and Zoppè. In addition, in the square of the church of Sant'Andrea, one can admire a large oriental plane tree classified in the list of around 22,000 Monumental trees, protected by the forest guard.
The society of Codognè
The population of Codognè is very diverse, with a significant presence of foreigners representing 9.2% of the total population. Among the most significant groups are Romanians, Albanians, Croats, Chinese, Bangladeshis, Poles, Moroccans, Ukrainians, and Bosnians and Herzegovinians.
Anthropological Geography
The municipality of Codognè belongs to three fractions: Cimavilla and Cimetta to the west, along the Provincial Road 15 Cadore-Mare, and Roverbasso to the east, including rural areas of landscape importance.
The administration of Codognè
In 1995, Gianfranco Lorenzon was elected mayor of Codognè. During his administration, some territorial changes were made, such as the aggregation of the fraction of Roverbasso detached from the municipality of Gaiarine.
Sport in Codognè
The main football team in the city is "U", a team that represents Codognè in various regional competitions.
In summary, Codognè is an enchanting place that deserves to be visited for its history, architecture, the beauty of the surrounding nature, and the hospitality of its inhabitants.
