Poscante

Poscante: an ancient village

Hello friends! Today I will tell you about Poscante, a Frazione (geographical term) in the Comune (municipality) of Zogno, in the province of Bergamo, Italy. This place has a very special name, which derives from the Bergamo dialect, "Poscànt," which in turn derives from Latin "Post Cantum." But let's come to the history of this small agricultural village.

History of Poscante

Poscante is a place of ancient origin, which has always been constituted as a municipality and had its parish church dedicated to St. John the Baptist, part of the Comune of Zogno. Over the centuries, the village has grown and enriched itself with new fractions such as Endenna, Grumello de 'Zanchi, and Somendenna. However, in 1815 the Austrians, who ruled Lombardy Veneto for many years, annulled Napoleon's decision to unite these fractions to Poscante.

After the unification of Italy, the village experienced great demographic growth, going from 1,500 to 2,500 inhabitants. However, during the fascist period, the municipality was suppressed and merged with Zogno, with the exception of a fraction that now belongs to Nese.

Poscante: a journey into the ancient village of Bergamo

Notes

Poscante is a very peaceful and charming place, perfect for a pleasant walk. Especially in recent years, the village has seen an increase in tourism, attracting visitors from all over the world.

If you are interested in delving into the history and culture of Poscante, I refer you to the external links that I have included below. You will find a lot of information about local traditions, activities that can be done here, and all the beauties of the surrounding area.

External links

If you want to discover more about Poscante, visit the website of the Comune of Zogno or the tourism website of the Province of Bergamo. You will find many useful information about this beautiful location. Don't miss the opportunity to visit Poscante and discover all its wonders!

Simone Costa
Wrote by Simone Costa
Updated Sunday, Mar 6, 2022