Le Marche is characterized by many medieval settlements and old towns where it seems that time has stood still. From the ancient town walls of Jesi or Sirolo to the medieval fortress in Senigallia, urban life in this region has a very special charm and offers much in the way of art and culture. The centre of Le Marche is the ancient port of Ancona, formerly a meeting point for oriental and western cultures. Here there are also many buildings and monuments that are worth seeing as well as the cathedral of San Ciriaco.
For all culture lovers there are numerous cities to discover: