No, you're not looking at a picture of a rock formation somewhere in Arizona or Utah, but in Italy. Just when you think that this country couldn't possibly offer anything more, it surprises us yet again. The Lame Rosse rock formations in central Italy's Marches ...

Recanati is a Medieval walled city in the Marche region, formed in the 12th century from the union of three castles. The result is a longer than usual hilltop town, which makes a striking impression as you approach it by car. Who Was Giacomo Leopardi? Recanati is ...

The Marche countryside is known for its rolling farmland dotted with little hilltop towns which, for a few weeks in July are ablaze with yellow fields of sunflowers.  Many of the little towns in this stunning region have been awarded the title of I Borghi Piu ...

The arrival of spring is highly-anticipated by everyone, but for those who love nature, it is especially momentous. Places like the Hermitage of Cupramontana in the Ancona province of Italy's central Marche region are a prime example of Mother Nature at her finest.  The Hermitage of ...

After descending the green hills of the Metauro River Valley, and heading towards the Adriatic Sea, you'll reach the city of Fano. A large, ancient arch welcomes you to the city's historic center. Fano was originally named Fanum Fortunae after the temple of Fortuna built in ...

All throughout Italy, the month of February is defined by the joy, colors, and traditions of Carnival. The Marche region is no exception. One of the oldest Carnivals in all of Italy is held every year in the village of Fano. Let's find out some ...

From Emilia-Romagna to Molise, from Tuscany to the Marches, from Lazio to Abruzzo, winter sports are widespread throughout the peninsula. While the north enjoys the prestige of the Alps, skiing in Italy in the central and southern regions is also wonderful!  Skiing in Emilia-Romagna The highest concentration of ...

Ancona is the capital of Italy’s central Marche region situated on the Adriatic Sea. This beautiful city is full of history, art, delicious food, and to top it all off, sits on the Riviera del Conero coastline. If you decide to make Ancona your next ...

Monti Sibillini National Park spans 70,000 hectares across part of the regions of Umbria and the Marches in central Italy. Like most of Italy's national parks, Monti Sibillini offers its visitors an array of attractions from stunning landscapes to hilltop villages to spiritual. Let's find ...

Jesi (pronounced yeh-zee) is a fairly large town in central Italy's Marche region located just 20 km inland from the Adriatic Sea and the regional capital of Ancona along the famous Riviera del Conero. It may not always make the top of a tourist's "must-see ...