Villa d'Almè
Welcome to Almè
Hello everyone! Today I want to talk to you about Almè, a beautiful Italian town located in the province of Bergamo. Almè has about 5488 inhabitants and is located in a strategic position at the entrance of the Val Brembana and the plain of Almenno, on the left bank of the Brembo river. The city is about 8 kilometers northwest of Bergamo.
History of Almè
The history of Almè dates back to prehistoric times with the remains of some pile-dwelling settlements found on the banks of the Brembo river. Over the centuries, the territory was affected by populations such as the Ligurians, Etruscans, and the Gauls Cenomani. The Roman Empire played an important role in transforming the site from a military outpost to a center of population.
The area experienced a period of low intensification with the decline of the Queen's Bridge in 1493. Almè was little affected by the regimes that followed in the province of Bergamo, passing to the Republic of Venice in the 15th century, to the Cisalpine Republic in 1797, to the Lombardo-Veneto Kingdom in 1815, and finally to the Kingdom of Italy in 1859.
Monuments and places of interest
Almè has numerous monuments and places of interest. One of these is the Queen's Bridge that crosses the Brembo river connecting the village of Almè to the plain of Almenno. This bridge greatly facilitated the transformation of the site from a military outpost to a center of population, then renamed as ''pagus Lemennis''.
Another place of interest is the church of San Giorgio, dating back to the 13th century, located in the main square of the town. In addition, near the church of San Giorgio, you can find the Arturo Tosi Collection, a museum exhibiting the modern art collection of Arturo Tosi.
Events and traditions
Almè has numerous events and traditions. One of these is the Festa del Borgo, held every September. On this occasion, the village is filled with food stalls, shows, and music.
Another highly anticipated event is the festival of San Giovanni Battista, patron saint of the town, held on June 24th. The festival includes a procession with the statue of the saint through the streets of the town, followed by fireworks and a dinner in the square.
Local cuisine
Like every beautiful Italian city, Almè presents its local cuisine. Among the typical dishes we find the casoncelli alla bergamasca, pasta stuffed with meat, cheese, and spinach, homemade gnocchi, and polenta.
As for desserts, Almè offers apple pies, made with local apples, and "polenta e osei", a dessert made of custard and sponge cake.
Conclusions
In conclusion, Almè represents a town full of history, monuments, events, and traditions. A city that never ceases to surprise and give emotions. If you are looking for a destination off the beaten track, Almè is definitely the right place for you!
