Province of Bergamo

The Province of Bergamo encompasses 2,727 square kilometers of diverse landscapes, from urban centers to mountain ranges, with 244 municipalities across the territory.

The region gained prominence during medieval times as a strategic trade hub, leading to the construction of defensive walls around Bergamo city in the 16th century.

The province maintains numerous historical churches, museums, and galleries that showcase Renaissance art from masters like Giambattista Moroni and Lorenzo Lotto throughout its municipalities.

The territory connects to major destinations through Il Caravaggio International Airport and features an extensive network of roads linking its various municipalities.

The provincial capital Bergamo divides into two distinct sections: the medieval Città Alta perched on a hill and the modern Città Bassa spreading across the plains below.

Location: Lombardy

Capital city: Bergamo

Elevation above the sea: 249 m

Shares border with: Province of Sondrio, Province of Brescia, Province of Cremona, Metropolitan City of Milan, Province of Monza and Brianza, Province of Lecco, Province of Como

Website: http://provincia.bergamo.it

GPS coordinates: 45.69500,9.67000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:10