Ancona, Italy

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Since its founding by the Greeks in 387 B.C., Ancona has been a favored destination for kings, artists and architects, merchants and seekers of culture and history. Practically unchanged since the Middle Ages, this lovely city on the sea offers surprises around every corner. Take a leisurely walking tour through its frozen-in-time good looks or use it as the starting point for exploring nearby cities like Urbino, home of a phenomenal miracle, or lazily watching the waves roll onto the Adriatic shores. Full of adventure and history, picturesque Ancona will leave a lasting impression on all who grace its iconic shores.

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Points of Interest

  • Cathedral of San Ciriaco
  • Portonovo
  • Basilica della Santa Casa
  • National Gallery of Marche/Ducal Palace
  • Jesi
  • San Marino
  • Assisi
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  • Cathedral of San Ciriaco

    The lovely 11th century domed cathedral is an architectural marriage of Byzantine, Romanesque and Gothic features but it may be the breathtaking views that will leave you spellbound.

  • Portonovo

    This quiet town overlooking the Adriatic is just one of the charming villages on the Conero Riviera. Byzantine churches, medieval houses and sparkling views are just a few reasons to visit.

  • Basilica della Santa Casa

    According to legend, angels rescued the home of the Virgin Mary and brought it to Italy. Since the 14th century, pilgrims have arrived in Loreto to behold the miraculous Holy House.

  • National Gallery of Marche/Ducal Palace

    Nestled in the heart of Loreto, the Ducal Palace is a Renaissance masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although the rooms are mostly bare, they include a collection of works by Raphael and Titian. s

  • Jesi

    A gem in the Le Marche region of central Italy, Jesi is set among the hills and vineyards of the region. Its historic core, surrounded by 14th-century walls and towers, is a lively little enclave of historic significance.

  • San Marino

    The world's third smallest state and the world's oldest republic, romantic San Marino offers spectacular views from its hilltop locale and the exciting changing of the guards at the Palazzo Pubblico.

  • Assisi

    Peaceful Assisi, a small medieval town nestled in the picturesque Umbria region, is the birthplace of St. Francis and home to the Basilica of St. Francis, a two-level church with 13th-century frescoes portraying his life.