# Bergamo

> comune in Lombardy, Italy

**Wikidata**: [Q628](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q628)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bergamo)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/bergamo

## Summary
Bergamo is a comune (municipality) in Lombardy, Italy, with a population of approximately 119,534 people as of 2023, located in the Province of Bergamo with coordinates around 45.695 latitude and 9.67 longitude.

## Key Facts
- Area: 40.16 square kilometres as of 2011-10-09 (source: ISTAT)
- Population: 119,534 as of 2023-01-01 (source: ISTAT)
- Coordinates: 45.695 latitude, 9.67 longitude
- Postal codes: 24121–24129
- Local dialing code: 035
- License plate code: BG
- Elevation: 249 metres above sea level
- Seismic classification: 3 (medium risk)
- Country: Italy (since 1861-02-18), previously part of Kingdom of Sardinia, Austrian Empire, etc.
- Instance of: comune of Italy, city, big city
- Sitelink count: 130 on Wikipedia
- Demonym: bergamaschi (masculine plural)
- Patron saint: Alexander of Bergamo
- Head of government: Elena Carnevali (current as of 2024-06-11)
- Twinned with: Mulhouse (France), Greenville (USA), Pueblo (USA), Tver (Russia), Olkusz (Poland), Bengbu (China), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Cochabamba (Bolivia), Mendoza (Argentina), La Rioja (Argentina)
- Member of: Creative Cities Network (City of Gastronomy since 2019), The most beautiful villages in Italy
- Heritage designation: Tentative World Heritage Site since 2006-06-01
- World Heritage criteria: (iv) cultural landscape
- Area measurement: 39 square kilometres (alternative source)
- Population history: 116,510 (2004), 120,923 (2018), 120,287 (2017), 118,000 (1990), 124,600 (1968), 119,000 (1985)

## FAQs
- What organizations is Bergamo a member of?  
  Bergamo is a member of the Creative Cities Network (specifically the City of Gastronomy category since 2019) and has been recognized as one of "The most beautiful villages in Italy."
- What is the population of Bergamo?  
  As of January 1, 2023, the population was 119,534 people, with historical figures including 120,923 in 2018 and 116,510 in 2004.
- What is the history of Bergamo's governance?  
  Bergamo has had various administrative affiliations including the Republic of Venice (1428-1797), Austrian Empire (1815-1859), Kingdom of Sardinia (1859-1861), and has been part of Italy since 1861.
- What is the significance of Bergamo's heritage?  
  The city is a Tentative World Heritage Site since 2006, meeting criteria (iv) for cultural landscape significance.
- What are the twinned cities of Bergamo?  
  Bergamo is twinned with Mulhouse (France), Greenville (USA), Pueblo (USA), Tver (Russia), Olkusz (Poland), Bengbu (China), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Cochabamba (Bolivia), Mendoza (Argentina), and La Rioja (Argentina).
- What is the elevation of Bergamo?  
  The city has an elevation of 249 metres above sea level.

## Why It Matters
Bergamo holds significant cultural and historical importance as a medieval city with well-preserved architecture, particularly its Upper Town (Città Alta) which has been designated as a Tentative World Heritage Site. Its role as a member of the Creative Cities Network and recognition as one of Italy's most beautiful villages highlights its cultural richness and gastronomic heritage. The city's historical significance spans centuries, having been part of various European powers including the Republic of Venice and Austrian Empire, contributing to its diverse architectural and cultural landscape. As a major urban center in Lombardy, Bergamo serves as an economic and cultural hub, with approximately 120,000 residents contributing to the region's development.

## Notable For
- Well-preserved medieval architecture with Upper Town (Città Alta) designated as a heritage site
- Recognition as a "City of Gastronomy" within the Creative Cities Network since 2019
- Designation as one of Italy's "most beautiful villages"
- Historical significance as a former capital of the Province of Bergamo
- Tentative World Heritage Site status since 2006
- Twinned with multiple international cities across Europe, North America, and Asia
- Significant population of approximately 120,000 residents
- Unique geographical position in the Province of Bergamo with distinctive coordinates

## Body
### History
Bergamo has a complex historical background with various administrative affiliations. The city was part of the Republic of Venice from 1428 until 1797, then became part of the Cisalpine Republic (1797-1802), Italian Republic (1802-1805), Kingdom of Italy (1805-1815), Austrian Empire (1815-1859), Kingdom of Sardinia (1859-1861), and has been part of Italy since 1861. This diverse history has contributed to its architectural and cultural diversity.

### Geography and Demographics
Bergamo is situated in the Province of Bergamo, Lombardy, Italy, with coordinates at approximately 45.695 latitude and 9.67 longitude. The city has an area of 40.16 square kilometres as of October 9, 2011, with an elevation of 249 metres above sea level. The population has fluctuated over time, with figures including 116,510 in 2004, 120,923 in 2018, 120,287 in 2017, 118,000 in 1990, 124,600 in 1968, and 119,000 in 1985. As of January 1, 2023, the population was 119,534.

### Governance and Administration
The comune of Bergamo is governed by a mayor and city council. The current head of government is Elena Carnevali as of June 11, 2024, succeeding Franco Tentorio (2009-2014), Roberto Bruni (2004-2009), and Giorgio Gori (2014-2024). The city has a local dialing code of 035 and license plate code BG. Postal codes range from 24121 to 24129. The city is twinned with multiple international cities including Mulhouse (France), Greenville (USA), Pueblo (USA), Tver (Russia), Olkusz (Poland), Bengbu (China), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Cochabamba (Bolivia), Mendoza (Argentina), and La Rioja (Argentina).

### Culture and Heritage
Bergamo is known for its well-preserved medieval architecture, particularly the Upper Town (Città Alta) which has been designated as a Tentative World Heritage Site since June 1, 2006, meeting criteria (iv) for cultural landscape significance. The city is a member of the Creative Cities Network, specifically recognized as a "City of Gastronomy" since 2019. It has been recognized as one of Italy's "most beautiful villages." The patron saint is Alexander of Bergamo, and the demonym for residents is bergamaschi.

### Infrastructure and Communications
The city has various communication channels including official website (https://www.comune.bergamo.it), Facebook page (comunedibergamo), Twitter account (comunedibergamo), and Instagram account (comunedibergamo). Social media followers include 6,428 on Twitter and 5,955 on Facebook as of 2021 and 2020 respectively. The city has an ISTAT code of 016024 and a GND ID of 4005611-9.

### Economic and Social Context
Bergamo serves as an economic and cultural hub in Lombardy, with significant population and area measurements. The city has been part of various European powers throughout history, contributing to its diverse cultural landscape. It has a seismic classification of 3 (medium risk) and is classified as a big city within Italy's administrative structure.

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