Crema, Medieval commune in Province of Cremona, Italy
Crema is a commune in the Province of Cremona in Lombardy, stretching along the Serio River in the Po Valley. The town sits amid agricultural fields and shows a historic core with narrow streets and several churches.
The settlement emerged during Lombard times in the 6th century and first appeared in written sources from the 11th century. During medieval times the town was destroyed and rebuilt several times as Venice and Milan fought for control.
The name derives from a Lombard word meaning fertile earth, reflecting the rich soil that surrounds the town on all sides. Local residents still gather in the central piazza during evening hours, where cafes and small shops face the open space.
The railway station links the town to larger cities through the Treviglio–Cremona line and sits just a short walk from the historic center. Regional roads lead to nearby motorway junctions that offer access to Milan and other destinations.
The cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta shows a 14th-century facade with Gothic arches and a bell tower added only in the 17th century. Inside the side chapels hold paintings by local Renaissance artists that visitors often walk past without noticing.
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