Romano di Lombardia
Welcome to Romano di Lombardia
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk to you about a beautiful town located in Lombardy, just 20 kilometers from Bergamo. I'm talking about Romano di Lombardia, or as us locals call it, Romà.
Discovering the geography of Romano di Lombardia
If you're passionate about geography, you might be interested to know that Romano di Lombardia falls within the E climate zone. It's located in the Bassa Bergamasca and is home to the Parco del Serio.
The history of Romano di Lombardia
The history of Romano di Lombardia is very ancient and dates back to the Roman Empire. The name "Romano" may not derive from Roman domination, but from "Rumanus", a village built near watercourses. In the Middle Ages, Romano di Lombardia reached a decent number of inhabitants and was placed under the feudal management of the diocese of Cremona.
Cardinal Guidone da Somma and the division of the city
The city of Romano di Lombardia was the subject of conquest due to the interest of the bishops of Bergamo and Cremona. Pope Eugenio III instructed Cardinal Guidone da Somma to resolve the issue, which on October 14, 1148, divided the city into two locations, drawing the new diocesan borders.
The village of Romano di Lombardia in the Middle Ages
The village of Romano di Lombardia was in a privileged position, close to the dioceses of Bergamo and Cremona. The policy of the bishop of Bergamo supported that of Frederick Barbarossa against the Milanese families. In the Middle Ages, the village expanded its dimensions more and more until it reached a decent number of inhabitants.
Conclusions
We've reached the end of my story about beautiful Romano di Lombardia. I invite you to discover the village with your own eyes, as it contains many stories and secrets that only the city can reveal. I myself loved discovering its history and getting to know the places that have crossed time. Romano di Lombardia is a city that is really worth visiting.
