Cignano
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During World War I, many young men from Cignano went to the front. Among them, 18 never returned and many of the survivors were wounded or mutilated. After the war, the village gradually recovered, thanks also to the emigration of the 1950s and 1960s. Today, Cignano relies mainly on agriculture and livestock.
Monuments and places of interest
The parish church, dedicated to Apostle Andrew and St. Vincent Ferrer, dates back to the 16th century and has undergone renovations over the centuries. The interior is characterized by bifores, trifores, and frescoes by Panfilo Nuvolone.
Also noteworthy is the Cignano Castle, dating back to the 15th century, currently privately-owned and not open to visitors.
Events
The patron saint, St. Vincent Ferrer, is celebrated on November 30th with a solemn Mass and procession. During the summer, there are also festivals and village parties, including one in honor of the Madonna of the Snow, which takes place on August 5th.
Curiosities
Cignano was the summer residence of some noble Brescian families in the past, including the Calini nobles.
Conclusions
Cignano is a village immersed in the Brescian countryside, with a millennial history and an artistic and cultural heritage boasted by its parish church and Castle. The locals, known as "cignanesi," are proud of their community and their history, and are always ready to welcome visitors with their typical hospitality. Those who love nature and tranquility will certainly find in this place a refuge to relax and enjoy the beauty of country life.
