Esperia

Esperia is a small municipality in the northern Italian region of Lombardy, located within the Province of Pavia. The town covers an area of roughly 12 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 3,400 residents, according to the most recent census data. It lies on the northeastern side of the Po Valley, with an elevation of about 70 metres above sea level, and is positioned near the confluence of the Ticino and Po rivers.

The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with a focus on rice cultivation and mixed crop farming, supplemented by a modest industrial sector that includes food processing and textiles. Esperia has a historic centre characterised by a 15th‑century parish church, the Church of San Pietro, and a number of Renaissance-era villas that reflect the region’s architectural heritage. Public services include a primary school, a community health centre, and a municipal library that offers resources on local history.

The municipality is governed by a mayor and a council elected on a four‑year cycle, following the Italian model of local administration. Esperia is accessible via regional road networks, with the nearest major railway station located in the town of Pavia, a short distance to the south. The community participates regularly in cultural festivals that celebrate the agricultural bounty of the Po Valley, fostering strong ties with surrounding towns and contributing to the preservation of regional traditions.