Tag Archives: Hill town

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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Morro d’Alba, home of Lacrima wine

Posted on 28 Apr, 2014 by An Englishwoman in Italy

This little borgo is mentioned in guidebooks for two things: for its excellent wine: Lacrima di Morro d’ Alba and the internal covered passageway (the “Scarpa”) built into its walls. The former will not disappoint, and the latter has its charm, but a … 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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Help create a league table of hill-towns in Le Marche

Posted on 15 Sep, 2013 by An Englishwoman in Italy

With acknowledgements to The Sunday Times travel section 15.09.2013 The Sunday Times reports that the French have found their favourite village. What’s your favourite hill town in Le Marche? Here is a check-list freely adapted from The Sunday Times. All … Continue reading →

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