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TOP 10 REASONS
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Why travel to Ancona: Find out the top 10 reasons to visit
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A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A SNEAK PEAK
A Sneak Peek into Ancona
- Travellers have just recently learned about Ancona, which is picturesque above the Adriatic Sea.
- Most of them travel from Greece or Croatia by boat or take a cruise ship on a shore excursion to Loreto or other nearby tourist destinations.
- However, Ancona offers a variety of exciting activities, and returning cruise passengers are starting to appreciate the city's wide squares, churches, and historic sites—not to mention the white-sand beaches surrounding it.
- Since the time of the Roman emperor Caesar and Trajan, who fortified and expanded it into a naval station, Ancona, the capital of the Marches region, has served as a significant commercial hub.
- Capital: Ancona
- International Airport: Ancona International Airport (AOI)
- Population: 98,664
- Currency: Agontano
- Time: GMT+2
- Driving side: Right
- Main Electricity: 230 V
- Main languages: Italian
- Religion: Roman Catholic
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HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
Top Tourist Attractions in Ancona
- The Cathedral of Saint Ciriaco is the most well-known religious structure in the city and the highest in the surrounding area.
- The ancient town centre's Piazza Del Plebiscito, one of its focal points, is home to several significant structures.
- This intriguing building may be found in the harbour's centre, close to the cruise port and the Parco Publico Cittadella.
- The lovely Portonovo Bay is just a short drive down the coast.
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SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
SEASONS TO TRAVEL
Best Months to Visit Ancona
- The ideal months to visit Ancona in Italy are May through October, when the weather will be pleasant or warm, and there won't be any rain.
- The average temperature in Ancona ranges from 10°C in January to 29°C in July.
- The water is from 13°C to 28°C in temperature.
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WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
WORTH A VISIT
The Best Places to Visit in Ancona
Harbor and Piazza della Repubblica
- Piazza della Repubblica is the centre of Ancona's traffic on land and sea.
- The harbour, a sizable oval basin that has been in use since Roman times, is located on its western side.
- The remnants of the port building and portions of the wall constructed in the second century BC to protect the port were found during a significant archaeological dig in this location, the Roman Lungomare Vanvitelli.
- On elevated walkways, you can explore the surroundings. To the west lies the 18th-century Arco Clementino.
Cattedrale di San Ciriaco
- The cathedral of Ancona was constructed on the site of a temple dedicated to Venus Euplea, the goddess. She guarded mariners and is accessible via a flight of steps or a meandering panoramic route from the top of Monte Guasco.
- Glass floor panels allow you to see the bases of the columns from that temple, and the crypt contains the ruins of a sixth-century paleo-Christian church.
- The Byzantine-Romanesque domed cruciform church dates to the 12th century, and its façade features a relief-decorated Gothic entryway.
- Amazing views of the city and the Adriatic shore can be seen from the top.
National Archeological Museum
- One of Italy's most esteemed archaeological museums is located in the 16th-century Palazzo Ferretti and is stocked with discoveries from digs conducted around the Marche region.
- It spans from the Paleolithic epoch to the Early Middle Ages but is influential in prehistoric and Roman objects from tombs.
- With everything from tools and weaponry to cooking pots and early jewellery, the 23 rooms devoted to prehistoric history provide an excellent feel of these people's daily existence.
- The Palazzo Ferretti itself is impressive and features frescoes by Pellegrino Tibaldi, making it an excellent example of 16th-century (and later) architecture.
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DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
DISCOVER MORE
Ancona Off the Beaten Track
The Beaches of Monte Conero
- Monte Conero, a rocky promontory regional park and a protected ecological area, is located south of Ancona and reaches 572 metres above the sea.
- At the base of impressive limestone cliffs, 20 km of coastline is bordered by magnificent white beaches with tranquil blue-green waters for swimming.
- There are more than a dozen hiking trails in the park. Five beaches have the Blue Flag, some of which may only be accessed by water or footpaths.
- A route leads to the lonely Mezzavalle Beach, which includes a small café at the park's northernmost point, closest to Ancona.
- A shuttle bus may be taken from the town above to the expansive Portonovo Beach, located beneath a peninsula.
- The Romanesque church of Santa Maria di Portonovo, constructed in 1034 out of white Conero limestone, is close to the seaside at Portonovo.
- The lovely pebble beach of Two Sisters, which can only be reached by boat and has no beachside services, is one of the gorgeous beaches on the Adriatic coast.
- Sasi Neri's rocky shoreline, which is close to Sirolo, is not a problem for snorkelers because of the water's brilliant blue clarity.
- With its winding alleyways, piazzas, and vistas of Mount Conero and the beaches below, Sirolo retains a lot of its historical character.
- Although there are more restaurants, umbrellas for hire, and more people on Numana Alta's beach, which is stunning and has clear water, the atmosphere is still one of a holiday resort.
- The Middle Ages saw several sieges of the ancient fishing community of Numana, which is now a well-liked beach resort. Numana was once a Roman port.
- A sandstone arch that overlooks the sea was formerly a part of a mediaeval church, albeit little of its former glory remains now.
Day Trip to the Santuario della Santa Casa in Loreto
- About 20 kilometres south of Ancona, on a hillside close to the Adriatic Sea, is the tiny hamlet of Loreto.
- It has been Italy's second-most significant pilgrimage centre after Rome since the 14th century.
- The Santa Casa, the Virgin Mary in Nazareth home, is said to have been moved by angels in 1291 to some locations until being brought to its current location in Loreto in 1295.
- Beginning in 1468, construction on the Gothic hall-church known as the Santuario della Santa Casa was finished in 1500 with the raising of the dome. In 1583–1587, the late Renaissance façade was constructed. Bas reliefs and figures are used to embellish the three bronze doors.
- Beautiful baptismal font from 1607 can be found inside the church, while Luca Signorelli and Melozzo da Forli painted the murals in the two sacristies in the 15th century.
- The Santa Casa, a square brick structure encircled by a tall marble screen created by Bramante in the 16th century, is located beneath the dome in the middle.
- Scenes from Madonna's life and Santa Casa's journey to Loreto can be seen on the walls.
- The Palazzo Apostolico, located in the same square and across from the sanctuary, houses artwork, tapestries made in Raphael's likeness, and Urbino majolica.
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CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
CULTURE & TRADITIONS
Ancona Culture and Traditions
- Since the time of the Roman emperor Caesar and Trajan, who fortified and expanded it into a naval station, Ancona, the capital of the Marches region, has served as a significant commercial hub.
- With this list of the most fantastic attractions in and around Ancona, you can explore its rich history and learn about the best locations to go to.
- The Marches is a wonderfully surprising location with numerous attractions that can entice even the pickiest traveller.
- Travellers can still experience a true sense of discovery, authenticity, and simple joys there.
- It is where you may indulge in all the pleasures of la dolce vita and almost taste the spirit of adventure among the mountains. You could think you've entered uncharted territory.
- Old customs are firmly ingrained in the arts and gastronomy of antiquity.
- Since only local ingredients are used in meals, each locality has its distinct traditional cuisine.
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FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
FOOD FUN FASHION
Ancona: Food, Fun & Fashion Guide
Stoccafisso All’anconetana
#Food
- Stoccafisso, The people of Ancona, have been eating All'anconetana, often known as stockfish, as a traditional meal for more than 500 years.
- From the Black Sea, this delectable dish is prepared with potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, parsley, and white wine.
- If you want a special night out, get it at La Moretta!
Ciauscolo
#Food
- Another dish you "must try" in Ancona is Ciauscolo.
- This renowned Italian salami is exceptionally different from most sausages in that it can be spread on warm bread, making it incredibly satisfying.
- Ciauscolo is often available at markets or grocery stores, making it an affordable choice for lunch or a late-night study snack.
Vincisgrassi
#Food
- Another dish from the area, specifically from Marche, is venisgrassi, comparable to lasagna.
- The bolognese sauce was enhanced with additional ingredients, creating a dish as distinctive as Ancona.
- You can anticipate finding it on many restaurant menus and on the tables of friends who have asked you over for supper.
Librare Bookbindings
#Fashion
- Unique boutiques abound in Ancona. One of the most unique is Librare Bookbindings. It is close to Plebiscito Square.
- Customers can acquire some unique handmade goods on this site. A handmade photo album would make a wonderful present for your loved ones.
- They sell adorable paper souvenirs. Additionally, they provide a variety of unusual products, including homemade soap.
- A creative workshop is situated right within the store. Within its walls, many master classes are held.
Globo shopping centre
#Fashion
- You may discover top-notch footwear at Globo Shopping Center, one of the biggest shoe retailers in the city.
- You can get shoes for every season at any time of the year.
- There are fantastic shoes for kids as well as shoes for both adults and women.
- Everyone active in sports is preferred here.
Men's clothing stores
#Fashion
- Ragnetti stands out among retailers of men's apparel.
- It draws customers in not only with a broad selection of products but also with reasonable costs.
- You can purchase high-quality clothing and shoes at an affordable price that will last many years.
- You can find clothing from a variety of categories in this store.
- Both work attire and funky T-shirts can be worn while relaxing.
Pirates Cove Children Theme Park
#Fun
- This theme park is a hidden gem of family entertainment!
- Children between the ages of 1 and 9 are encouraged to explore and use their imagination, which is a terrific way to improve their motor, social, coordination, and independence skills.
- Why not embark on your pirate ship to start the day? It will sail the seas, so get it ready!
- Little ones will enjoy playing on this pirate ship replica from the 18th century, where the upper deck offers a view of the entire park and a delicious food concession.
- They can find arts & crafts in the Galley, located below the deck.
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NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
NATURE & SAFARI
Ancona: Natural Beauty & Safari Adventures
- At the geographic centre of the Adriatic coast sits the 572-meter-tall Conero mountain.
- A complete third of the Marche region's floral history is contained within these 6000 hectares of protected land.
- Since the Paleolithic era, Conero has been inhabited. Its orientation as a peninsula was crucial from a tactical standpoint for sailors and native tribes.
- One can observe the region and the surrounding countryside from the water and on land. On Conero, Greeks, Romans, and Piceni wandered.
- This route has no hills, allowing us to easily enjoy the breathtaking scenery we will see, including the "Mediterranean Bushtrademark ", 's evergreen forests.
- Rosso Conero, which only grows in a tiny area of the Conero between the hills and the Adriatic Sea, is made from grapes grown at the Montepulciano vineyard in Conero.
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EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
EVENTS & FIESTAS
Ancona Must-Attend Festivals and Events
- Festa del Mare is unquestionably one of Ancona's most vibrant and spectacular festivals.
- The Festival of the Sea, a fan favourite, is well known outside the city limits.
- The sea has been significant to the local population since prehistoric times.
- Unsurprisingly, a holiday honouring the sea developed in Ancona since it gave people food and employment.
- Festa del Mare was first mentioned several centuries ago. The holiday, which can run up to several days, begins on the first Sunday in September, following an old custom.
- Exciting performances and music events are held close to the coast during this joyful time.
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