The best walks and hikes around Venarotta

Located in the heart of Ascoli Piceno, the Giardini dell'Episcopio are an ancient episcopal space recently reopened to the public. The area is now perfectly maintained, with neat paths and lush vegetation offering an oasis of tranquility in the historic center. In the center, we find a monumental circular basin fountain housing goldfish, often referred to simply as the putto (or bambino) fountain due to the travertine sculpture that tops it. At the far end of the gardens, there is also a small structure used for breeding doves.

The Cathedral of Sant'Emidio, located in the monumental Piazza Arringo, is the main place of worship in Ascoli Piceno. The building is a fascinating historical palimpsest that blends remains of a Roman civil basilica with Romanesque structures and a Renaissance facade designed by Nicola Filotesio. The real treasure, however, is hidden in its underground: the Crypt of Sant'Emidio. Built in the 11th century, it is one of the largest in Italy and houses the remains of the Patron Saint within a precious 4th-century Roman sarcophagus. The environment, a suggestive 'forest' of about 60 travertine and marble columns, is enriched by a cycle of modern mosaics that narrate the Saint's protection of the city during World War II. Recent restorations have also brought to light rare medieval frescoes and portions of an ancient 14th-century cemetery.

Piazza del Popolo in Ascoli is often called the 'Living Room of Italy'. It is a Renaissance masterpiece characterized by its travertine paving, which gives it a unique elegance. Its rectangular shape is framed by a loggia of 59 arches and crenellated palazzi. The historic heart of the city, it hosts the Palazzo dei Capitani, the Church of San Francesco, and the historic Caffè Meletti. It is considered one of the most beautiful squares in Italy.

In Piazza del Popolo stands the historic Caffè Meletti; the interiors retain the original Art Nouveau style, with period furnishings and decorations. The establishment is known for Anisetta Meletti, an anise liqueur produced for over a century.

Beautiful bridge, dating back to the Augustan era.

A pre-mountain area rich in history and culture, the territory of the Municipality of Roccafluvione includes approximately 60 hamlets, mostly located in the area of Mount Ceresa, a mountain range between the municipalities of Roccafluvione Acquasanta and Montegallo.

Beautiful Art Nouveau interior. In mid-September, we're the only guests inside, enjoying the ambiance, friendly service, and special ice cream flavors. The toilet, integrated into the vanity, offers glimpses of old foundations.

This gateway overlooking the Tronto is one of the symbols of the city. Built between 1552 and 1555, by order of Pope Paul III, it defended the northern entrance to the city. Historical sources show that the original gate was damaged in 1491 during the wars between the Guelphs and the Ghibellines. It was restored in 1551. The building has the appearance of a slender tower with a loggia in the upper part and a fresco above the entrance arch. On the street side, a small door gives access to the interior spaces and the upper loggia.