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Ancona

Ancona (100,000 inhabitants) is the capital of the province of the same name in the Marches region. Inland, the province is bordered by the mountains Monte Catria and Monte Strega, and at the Adriatic coast the rivers Cesano and Musone form its natural borders. Ancona is one of the Marches’ most important economic centres and the largest town in the region, both in terms of the number of inhabitants and geographical size. Since its foundation (387 BC) the town benefited from a natural harbour to which it owes its location on a promontory in the shape of an elbow (ankòn in Greek) and the broad bay. Today Ancona consists of two parts: the historic town centre on the hill (the Monte Guasco) and the modern part of the town by the sea. The most important sights are at the former strategic points from which impressive panoramas open up: the Cathedral at the tip of the promontory, the Arch of Trajan (Arco di Traiano) and the Lazzaretto in the harbour, the old lighthouse and the citadel on the hill descending steeply into the sea, and the memorial to those who died in the First World War on the cliffs on the opposite side of the hill of the city. Most of the other sites are situated on the harbourside. Although the buildings of the town reflect all periods of history, from the Romans to modern day, the predominant buildings date back to the period of free communities in the 14 century and from the 18 century. In addition to the historic buildings and artistic monuments there are many other surprises: the famous paper industry in the area around Fabriano, the grottos of Frasassi and Genga, the cities of Jesi, Arcevia, Sassoferrato, Camerano, Loreto, Corinaldo, Osimo, Castelleone di Suasa, Senigallia, Sirolo and Numana, and the ancient villages, towers and farms, as well as all the culinary specialities such as stockfish and the fish soup Brodetto all’Anconetana.

Events in Ancona

Plaza Cafè - Winebar cocktailbar Every night closed on Tuesday
This is the ideal place to meet people, chat with friends and enjoy a drink in the warm summer nights. Great place to relax with good music.Address: Ancona - Piazza del Plebiscito n. 3
Sirolo all year long
Sirolo, which is also named „The pearl of the Adrian Sea“ for its incomparable beauty, is a little village located on the “Riviera del Conero”. By walking through its typical medieval streets, one can enjoy the charming atmosphere of its antique houses, squares and alleys, while taking an aperitif in ones of the many Cafés that can be found along the road. Some of the main attractions that draw thousands of visitors to Sirolo every year are also the popular beaches of “Spiaggia Urbani“ and “Spiaggia delle due sorelle”.For further Info: http://www.visitancona.com/en/
The tactile Museum Omero Via Tiziano 50, 60125, Ancona, Free entry
The “Museo Tattile” is one of the rarest tactile museums in the world. It offers people with sight disabilities the possibility to meet and explore art works through the use of their hands. The "Museum Omero" represents a pleasant and welcoming place for all the art lovers, but it is also particularly suited for children, since for the first time they are given the opportunity to experience the exclusive feeling of getting in“ touch” with art.More info on: www.museoomero.it
Touristic information all year long
Visit official touristic website to find ideas and suggestions for your stay in Ancona: www.turismo.marche.it/