If you find yourself wandering through the historic streets of Ancona, there is a new cultural stop that deserves a spot on your itinerary. Tucked away inside the majestic Chiesa del Gesù (Church of the Holy Name of Jesus), designed by the famous architect Vanvitelli, a unique permanent exhibition has Read more
If you’re in Ancona during the summer, here’s a magical evening you shouldn’t miss: every Saturday night, the Ancona Astronomical Observatory opens its doors. It’s not just about the stars, the location itself is a treat, with picnic spots, open grassy areas, and breathtaking views over the sea. La Notte Read more
When we Marchigians go to the big city, we mean Ancona, the capital of our region. With around 150,000 inhabitants, it is also the largest municipality in the Marche. Not everyone likes this port city (refer to our post about 24 Hours in Ancona to find our that I was Read more
I am a language lover (and picky) and I have always had the urge of learning the local language when settling in in a new country. On a personal note, I think Italian is the most beautiful language in the world, with its complexities, abundance of meanings and sounds. However, Read more
The whole Adriatic Sea in one soup, il brodetto! What once was a traditional poor man’s dish of Adriatic fishermen is now one of the highlights on the menus of beach resorts along the Adriatic Sea. And even the Ristorante Uliassi in Senigallia, which has been awarded 3 Michelin stars, Read more
We already told you about the Passetto of Ancona, the simple but picturesque beach of the Anconetani with its colorful fishermen’s houses. These huts are actually caves carved into the rock by generations of fishermen since the 1800s; they served as boathouses, fishermen’s huts, kitchens, storage and workshops.Today only a Read more