Category Archives: Theatre

The Englishwoman visits two Romanesque churches and finds a new restaurant

Posted on 17 Sep, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Why had we taken so long to visit the well-known Romanesque churches of Sta Maria a Piè di Chienti, and S Claudio al Chienti? Because the River Chienti is some way to the south of us in the province of Macerata,and it’s … Continue reading →

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The Englishwoman in Corinaldo; a personal take

Posted on 30 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

One of the most beautiful small towns in Italy. It actually belongs to an association called “I borghi più belli d’Italia” (“Italy’s most beautiful small towns”) which claims to have strict entry conditions. When we take our guests round the town, … Continue reading →

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Hill Towns of Le Marche: survival guide for tourists

Posted on 23 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Hill towns of Le Marche The frank guide to towns, sights and where to eat, drink and shop, with advice on how not to end up disappointed, fed up and frustrated. Welcome to the Marche, between the Apennines and the Adriatic, … Continue reading →

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Some hill towns; the Englishwoman survives in Cingoli, Gradara, Matelica, Mondavio, Urbania, Urbino.

Posted on 23 Jun, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Cingoli Small town known as the balcony of the Marches, for its spectacular views. Touristy, but consequently clean and beautifully kept. I visited it at lunchtime in October – it was deadly quiet and there were no restaurants open within … Continue reading →

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Nominate il vostro borgo preferito dell’entroterra Marchigiana; create il graduatorio dei borghi

Posted on 22 Sep, 2013 by An Englishwoman in Italy

Con ringraziamenti a The Sunday Times travel section 15.09.2013 Secondo The Sunday Times, i francesi hanno trovato il loro village preferito. Qual’è il vostro borgo preferito nelle Marche? Ecco una lista delle attrezzature e impianti necessari perche un borgo possa concorrere, liberamente … Continue reading →

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Theatres in the Hill Towns of the Marches

Posted on 9 Oct, 2011 by An Englishwoman in Italy

 Le Marche is said to have more theatres than any other Italian region. See the photos below for some of them. Here they have a Pergolesi festival every year.   I love this tiny little building. It does extend far … Continue reading →

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