A land to be discovered ..........

Positioned on the border of two counties, our office organizes daily excursions to discover the most intriguing and spectacular places to see in our region :

 

 

The Onferno Caves.
The Onferno Caves are a complex phenomenon of notable value whose scientific exploration was carried out by the speleologist Quarina and dates back to 1916. A small underground river formed these chalk covered caves giving birth to this underground passage of ravines which spread for about 750 metres in all, of which about 400metres of these beautiful and spectacular caves are open to the public. Large caverns containing rare formations of knolls, large passages marking the underground water route and one of the most populated and rarest colonies of bats throughout all of Italy, can be seen here.

The Frasassi Caves.
The Frasassi Caves in the homonymous gorge of the county of Genga, in the province of Ancona are part of a great cave complex which stretches for about 18 kilometres. They were discovered in 1971 by the speleological group C.A.I. of Ancona and were opened to the public in 1974. In a short time they have become one of the most important attractions of the Marche region, having been visited by over 10 million people from every continent.

In the old land of liberty :
The Repubblic of San Marino.

Set between the Romagna and Marche regions a few kilometres from the Adriatic Riviera, the Republic of San Marino stretches out for only 61 square kilometers. It was founded in 301 A.D. by a Dalmatian chiseller called Marino. It kept a free status even during the difficult events which occured during the Renaissance, San Marino has adhered to modern times albeit maintaining respect for its ancient laws and traditions.

The Castle of Paolo and Francesca: Gradara.

Gradara is situated on the crest of a hill looking towards the east and north, towards the sea and the Romagna region, which opens up onto a plain, just after Gabicce's headland. A land which belonged to the Malatesta family and geographically to the Marche region, Gradara being situated on a hill enjoys a gentle sea breeze as well as the air from the Padana area. Voices, Music and Echoes of past traditions, re-evoke the manner of the great northern courts of the Estensi, Gonzaga and Visconti noble families. In the castle of Gradara more than in any other of Malatestian castles, you can still breathe the corteous but cruel chivalry, mingled with the memories of the last acts of bravery by the unruly but courageous Sigismondo Malatesta, prior to his decline.

The fortress prison of the count of Cagliostro: San Leo.

A few kilometres from the sea, there is San Leo, stood on a strong and imposing rock looking down a sheer precipice, offering vast and varied panoramic views. The first inhabitants who occupied San Leo were the Umbro-Sabelli followed by the Galli and the Romans. The ancient name of Montefeltro derives from the rocky stone (Mons Feretri) on which the village now stands and where, according to tradition, a temple was erected in honour of Giove Feretrio.. His name comes from Saint Leo, who spread Christianity to all the nearby regions, until the creation of the Montefeltro Diocese, alongside the new denomination of San Leo.

The kingdom of Federico of Montefeltro: Urbino

A splendid small town dating back to the Renaissance period (16,000 inhabitants, Province of Pesaro - Urbino 335,000) Urbino was erected in a panoramic position between two hills.The town with its narrow streets, its houses and walls still maintains the appearance of 500 years ago, is also the site of a historical university (1507). Urbino is also the birthplace of Raffaello Sanzio.

The fairies's village: Montegridolfo

At the border between the Romagna and Marche regions, on the road that separates the Conca valley from the Foglia valley, you can find one of the best preserved castles in the Rimini area: Montegridolfo. The pleasant landscape is full of gentle hills sloping down towards the valley. The village has a beautiful structure and all its buildings have been restored with great care and style, qualifying Montegridolfo as one of the most advanced and superior centres, for both tourism and relaxation in the whole Romagna inland.

In the sign of faith : Loreto e Assisi.

Assisi : Situated in one of the quaintest corners of the Umbria region, in a panoramic position on the foothills of the Subasio mountain, Assisi is a very quiet and tranquil village with its monuments, graceful landscape and suggestive atmosphere. Along with the mystical memories of San Francis, which create a very spiritual ambience, this is truly one of the most popular destinations of this region.

Loreto : Loreto is a small centre but very important for its spirituality and art. From Medieval times Loreto has been a religious destination where millions of pilgrims go every year. Its secret is wrapped up in the sacred chapel of the Holy House.

The Byzantines in Ravenna.

The city of Ravenna is situated in the north east of Italy ten kilometers from the sea. Ravenna is the city of mosaics rich in history, monuments and works of art and more than 1500 years ago, was three times the capital of the western Roman Empire. It was also the capital of king Theodoric of the Goths and of the Byzantine Empire.It has a renowned fame for hospitality and offers anyone wishing to stay there a good choice of hotel accommodation, a wide campsite service, youth hostels, health-farms, as well as being rich in events and international shows.

   
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