Sergnano
Sergnano: A look at the commune
Hello friends, today we will talk about Sergnano, an Italian commune with a population of 3463 in the province of Cremona, Lombardy. It borders the communes of Casale Cremasco-Vidolasco, Pianengo, Capralba, Ricengo, and Mozzanica, and includes the hamlet of Trezzolasco.
History
Sergnano, formerly known as "Serenianum," owes its name to the ancient Roman colonist Serenius. Following the first century AD centuriation operation, the colonist Serenius obtained agricultural property, giving rise to the locality of agricultural origin. Since 1454 it has belonged to the territory of Crema under Venetian sovereignty.
Symbols
The coat of arms and banner were adopted by the municipality of Sergnano in 1988. The coat of arms features a battlemented tower on a red field, while the banner is red with a white stripe that crosses the center.
Monuments and places of interest
Religious architecture
Among the religious buildings, the Church of San Martino Vescovo stands out, with ancient origins but a current appearance as a result of a rebuilding in the seventeenth century. The Oratory of San Rocco, on the other hand, has its first traces in 1583. The Sanctuary of Santa Maria del Binengo, however, is located in an isolated position to the south of the town and is a place of Marian worship that is very dear to the residents.
Society
Demographic evolution
The population of Sergnano, as evidenced by the data collected as of December 31, 2020, includes 336 foreign citizens. The most represented communities are those of Romania, Morocco, Albania, and India.
Culture
Events
Sergnano, like many other Italian municipalities, celebrates several traditional festivals. Among the most popular are the Palio Sergnanese, the Autumn Festival, and the Binengo Festival. In June and July, the Grest takes place, a big summer event for middle school kids.
Human geography
Hamlets
The municipality of Sergnano consists of the main town and the geographic hamlet of Trezzolasco.
Infrastructure and transport
Roads
The territory of Sergnano is crossed by provincial roads and the state road 591 Cremasca.
Administration
Here is a list of the mayors of Sergnano since 1985.
Conclusion
Sergnano is a delightful commune where history and culture come together to create a fascinating atmosphere of ritual and tradition. If you find yourself in the area, don't hesitate to visit this wonderful locality.
