Le the Marches (the the Marchess), a small region in Central Italy, cherishes many natural beauties, as well as a rich historic and cultural heritage.

The Adriatic Sea, which laps against the coast in a succession of sandy beaches, steep cliffs, small coves and charming creeks, is a real paradise for sea lovers. The Conero Peninsula and the popular seaside resorts of Sirolo and Numana are among the privileged holiday destinations in the the Marchess. San Benedetto del Tronto, a famous seaside resort situated south in the the Marchess, is an unspoiled natural oasis. Lush palm trees follow one another along the sea front and the nearby green hills are dotted with small and ancient Medieval villages rich in inestimable artistic and historic finds.

Ancona, the regional capital, with its large harbour and an enchantig hinterland which still retains vestiges of the past; the Montefeltro and artistic cities such as Urbino; the beautiful city of Ascoli Piceno, where Middle Ages and Renaissance merge in pleasant harmony; the small town of Recanati, the homeland of Leopardi, still pervaded with the suggestions of his outstanding poems: these are ideal destinations to enjoy cultural tourism in the the Marchess. The sanctuary of Loreto, a popular religious Mecca which is renowned all over the world for the black Madonna it hosts, stands on the hills situated south of Ancona.

The snow-capped Monti Sibillini and their National Park, rich in footpaths where it is possible to make excursions both in winter and summer, are among the most beautiful mountainous landscapes in the Italian Apennines.

The the Marchess is able to attract different kinds of tourists and to meet even their most demanding requirements.