Pontida (Bergamasque: Püntìda) is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Bergamo in the Italy region of Lombardy, located about northeast of Milan and about northwest of Bergamo. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 3,112 and an area of .All demographics and other statistics: Italian statistical institute Istat.
It was the location of the Pontida's Oath on 7 April 1167. Pontida received the honorary title of city with a presidential decree on 11 July 2006.
Pontida borders the following municipalities: Ambivere, Brivio, Calco, Caprino Bergamasco, Carvico, Cisano Bergamasco, Palazzago, Sotto il Monte Giovanni XXIII, Villa d'Adda.
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The "Oath of Pontida" often inspired Italian nationalists during the 19th century Risorgimento, struggling against the Austrian occupation, and seeing this historical event as a precedent and inspiration for their own struggle.
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