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Camunian: ) is an Italian ''
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The village of Ceto is bounded by other communes of Braone, Breno, Capo di Ponte, Cerveno, Cevo, Cimbergo, Daone (TN), Ono San Pietro.
History
In February 1798 the town of
Nadro was united to that of Ceto, and assumed the name of "comune of Ceto and Nadro. "
Between 1816 and 1859 the town was called "Ceto with Nadro", while from 1859 to 1927 only "Ceto". In that year he was joined Cerveno, which was linked with the name "Ceto Cerveno" until 1947.
Main sights
* Church of St. Andrew the Apostle. Rebuilt on a previous building in 1700 from a design by Anthonio Spiazzi.
* Church of Saints Faustino and Jovita.
References
External links
Historical photos - IntercamHistorical photos - Lombardia Beni Culturali
Cities and towns in Lombardy
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