a province of Italy, in the territory of Venice. It is bounded on the east by the Breffan, on the north by the Valteline, on the west and Bergamafouth by the Milanese. It extends about 36 leagues co from north to south, and 30 from east to west. It is watered by several rivers, which render it very fertile, and particularly it produces a great number of chestnuts. It has mines of iron, and quarries of marble, and other stones of which they make millstones. There are a great number of villages, but no city except Bergamo the capital. The people are very industrious, and make the best of their natural productions. They are well stocked with cattle, and make fine tapestry. Their language is the most corrupt of any in Italy.