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The Cathedral of Saint Emygdius in Ascoli Piceno

It has been one of the most beautiful cathedrals I have been lately: the cathedral of Saint Emygdius in Ascoli Piceno. It’s situated in the Piazza Arringo where is also located the Palazzo dell’Arengo – another amazing building in this … Continue reading

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Asculum – City of Piceni

The Piceni were an Italic tribe living along the Adriatic coast of ancient Italy. Their origin is unknown but their ‘capital’ once was Asculum. Today the little city is still situated along the Tronto river and surrounded by mountains on … Continue reading

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A Country House Restaurant outside Ascoli Piceno

With a friend from Ireland I was a few weeks ago in Ascoli Piceno. He wanted to climb up a mountain (Monte Vettore) and I would have a look around in Ascoli and surroundings. For the night we found a … Continue reading

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A Luxurious Farm Stay near to Ascoli Piceno – Villa Cicchi

Looking for a nice place to stay for one night we ended up in the Villa Cicchi. It was mentioned by the mountain guide my friend contacted before coming to Italy as he wanted to climb up the Monte Vettore, … Continue reading

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From castle to noble residence – Castel di Luco

When I was in the Ascoli Piceno region I wanted to see some castles. So I went to see the Castel di Luco which is situated in the Acquasanta Terme district not too far from Ascoli Piceno. It is a … Continue reading

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