Cento
35,500 residents · 77,000 within 5 km · 17 m above sea level
What Cento is actually like
Cento, located in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, is a charming town known for its rich artistic and cultural heritage. Often called 'Little Bologna,' it boasts a historical center characterized by beautiful arcaded streets and vibrant architecture. Key attractions include the Piazza del Guercino, dedicated to the renowned painter, and the San Lorenzo Art Gallery, which showcases his works. The town is also home to the historic Jewish ghetto and the Rocca castle, a remnant from the 14th century. Cento’s renowned Carnival, twinned with Rio de Janeiro's, draws visitors with its colorful floats and lively atmosphere. Economic activities are centered around the culinary arts, with local delicacies like PGI Salama da Sugo. While healthcare and air quality in Cento are commendable, expats should note that the nearest major beach is some distance away. The town offers an appealing lifestyle but may lack some amenities of larger urban centers.
How Cento is built
Post-war expanded comune
Building age, condition and occupancy from the ISTAT census (2011), by census section. Occupancy is shown as one honest split — the 2011 census does not reliably separate holiday homes from vacant ones.
Towns like Cento
Closest matches in Emilia-Romagna on quality of life, infrastructure and economy.
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- Castelfranco Emilia — Modena · 33,400 residents
- Medicina — Bologna · 16,800 residents
- Spilamberto — Modena · 13,000 residents
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