Prayer times – Bergamo

Muslim Presence in Bergamo: Bergamo, a city in the Lombardy region of Italy, has been home to a Muslim community for several decades. The community is well-established, with a visible presence through cultural centers and places of worship that serve the spiritual needs of residents and visitors alike.

Community Implantation: The Muslim community in Bergamo is served by several prayer places within the city and its surroundings. Notable among them is the Centro Culturale Islamico di Bergamo, located on Via Monte Cenisio, and the Muslim Association of Bergamo on Via Gabriele Rosa. Other mapped prayer places include Moschea San Bernardino on Via San Bernardino, Centro Culturale Al Madinah on Via Ruggero Leoncavallo, and Moschea di Boccaleone. These facilities are spread across various districts, reflecting the community's integration into the urban fabric.

Prayer Time Orientation: Muslims in Bergamo observe the five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—according to the city's timezone (Europe/Rome). Prayer times vary throughout the year due to changes in sunrise and sunset, influenced by Bergamo's latitude. The Qibla direction and distance to Mecca are key for orientation during prayer. The calculation method used ensures accurate timings for the local community.