Archive for 'The Marches'

The impressive Sferisterio di Macerata is a huge open air stadium in Macerata, Le Marche where the old Italian sport of Pallone col Bracciale was once played!

Stay in a gorgeous vacation rental in Le Marche where you can visit Sferisterio di Macerata and many other wonderful attractions in the area!

For nearly five centuries the Italian national sport of Pallone col Bracciale was played, dating back to the 15th century.

This ancient sport encompassed several variations and all originally used a small inflated ball called a ‘Pallone’. The modern day English word ‘balloon’ derives from this word.

This ball was struck back and forth between teams by means of a cylindrical piece of equipment worn on the forearm called a ‘Bracciale’. Points were scored in fifteens and tens such as tennis with a scoring system as follows: 15 – 30 – 40 – 50. Victory of twelve games would win the match.

Le Marche is a spectacular region in Italy situated in its very centre. With a beautifully long rugged coastline facing the Adriatic Sea, Le Marche is a very popular summer destination for both Italians and tourists alike. And with so much to offer by means of beauty, cuisine and culture, it’s no wonder why it’s so popular!

Stay in a comfortable vacation rental in Le Marche where you can easily commute to see all the region's attractions

Le Marche is of course a connoisseur of great seafood dishes because of its vast coastal marriage to the sea.

Why not treat yourself to a lovely glass of local white wine along with Brodetto which is a fish stew made with thirteen kinds of fish.

Genga is a stunning Orange Flag awarded town in the Ancona province of Le Marche. Situated on the Sentino River, this charming little haven has lots to offer to tourists. Genga got its name from being the ancestral home of the famous noble della Genga family. This ancient dynasty produced many influential figures throughout the centuries, the best known being Pope Leo XII.

Stay at a beautiful holiday villa in Casa Rotonda, only six kilometres away from Genga and have a wonderful few days relaxing in lavish surroundings and exploring this beautiful part of Le Marche.

Visit the magnificent town of Urbino in Le Marche, a legacy of Renaissance architecture and culture! This ancient walled settlement grew to become an artistic place of great prominence under the sponsored supervision of Federico da Montefeltro, duke of Urbino from 1444 to 1482. Urbino is perhaps most famous for its glorious Ducale palace, a late 15th century masterpiece commissioned by the wealthy duke. This stunning building is home to one of the most elaborate Renaissance painting collections in the world!

If you are spending your Italian holiday on the picturesque Adriatic coast then be sure to stop off at some of the splendid Blue Flag awarded beaches here. The city and coastal resort of Ancona is an excellent place to start as it is packed with sun kissed beaches and small seaside villages to experience.

Stay at a gorgeous vacation rental in Le Marche where tourists can avail of easy access to many high quality bathing facilities, wheelchair access to Blue Flag beaches and water sport rentals. Enjoy a wide range of fresh seafood cuisine in one of many welcoming eateries overlooking the seaside.