Cona
Cona, a Venetian municipality capturing attention for its beauty
Cona, a municipality in the metropolitan city of Venice, in Veneto, is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Its natural and architectural beauty attract numerous visitors every year, curious about its history and culture. Cona has about 2,758 inhabitants and the municipality headquarters is located in the fraction of Pegolotte.
Physical geography of Cona
The territory of Cona is predominantly flat and crossed by several watercourses, such as the Canal dei Cuori and the Tramontana. The fraction of Foresto is located east of the Mestre-Adria railway, bordered to the south by the Canal dei Cuori, to the west by the state road 516 "Piovese" and to the north by the provincial road 7 "Rebosola." The toponym Foresto indicates that in the area there was once a rich flora and fauna of forests.
History of Cona
The history of Cona dates back to the period of barbarian invasions when the territories were conquered by the Lombards. Later, the territory came under the dominion of the Estensi. During the Venetian Republic, Cona became part of the Dogado and was frequented by the doges as a hunting land. In 1866, with the annexation of Veneto to the Kingdom of Italy, Cona became an autonomous municipality.
Symbols of Cona
The flag of the municipality of Cona is yellow.
Monuments and places of interest in Cona
Cona boasts numerous parish churches dating back to the fifteenth century. Among the most important are the Church of Cona, rebuilt in 1909, the Church of Foresto, dating back to 1662, and the Church of Cantarana, built in 1705. All these churches represent an invaluable cultural and artistic heritage.
Society in Cona
Cona is a very welcoming and hospitable community. Over the years, the population has steadily increased, but it still remains a peaceful and tranquil place to live.
Demographic evolution of Cona
In recent years, the resident population of Cona seems to have remained fairly stable. At the 2011 census, there were 2,755 inhabitants, while in 2020 the number slightly increased to 2,758.
Anthropological geography of Cona
Cona is a scattered municipality with several fractions. Among these is Foresto, a historical place of extraordinary beauty, located east of the Mestre-Adria railway. The name Foresto indicates that in the area there was once a rich and important flora and fauna of forests.
History of Foresto
Foresto has evolved over time and saw its decline after its lands were acquired by noble Venetian families. During the period of the Venetian Republic, Foresto was frequented by the doges as a hunting ground.
The fraction of Foresto today
Today, the fraction of Foresto is one of the most sought-after places in Cona. With its church dating back to 1662, and its beautiful bell tower, it represents a remarkable example of rural religious building, loved by visitors for its majesty.
Administration of Cona
The municipality of Cona has had numerous mayors from 1946 to the present. In recent years, the mayor has been Alessandro Aggio, a member of the Lega Nord.
Notes
The flag of Cona is yellow.
Other projects
For more information on Cona, it is possible to visit the official website of the municipality.
