Otherwise known as Basilica Papale di San Francesco in Italian, this is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Order amd the bitrthplace of St. Francis. It’s therefore one of the most important Christian pilgrimage in Italy and a recognised World Herritage Site since 2000.
The impressive Basilica Of St Francis
Le Marche is an area renowned for its beauty and is absolutely perfect for a good long walk. There are walks for everyone, from rolling hills to sandy beaches to mountains over 1500 metres high.
You’ll discover hidden gorges, lush valleys and some of the best views in Europe. You’ll also catch a glimpse of historical Italy, passing through prehistoric settlements as well preserved castles dating back to the middle ages.
Expect breathtaking views over Le Marche
We’ve just added a fantastic property to our ever growing portfolio of luxury villas in South West France. It’s called Le Prada, sleeps up to 11, has a tennis court, a family sized (fenced) swimming pool and is located just 50 minutes from beaches in Capbreton, Hossegor, Seignosse – all of which are wide, sandy beaches known for their excellent surf.
Le Prada - an impressive villa in South West France that sleeps 11
The property is available between 3rd July to end of October and there is still very good availability for the 2010 summer school holidays.
You may be surprised to learn that Le Marche has 180km of Adriatic coastline resulting in a decent variety of quality beaches to choose from.
You'll love exploring Conero's coves and Limestone cliffs
I’m sure you’d agree that it’s perhaps a little odd to be eating salami for dessert, however this little Le Marche delicacy, taste sensation is a little deceiving. Yes its housed in a traditional salami sleeve, but the filling is actually dried figs flavoured with anisette, rum, and the traditional Sapa. Il tutto viene poi macinato aggiungendo noci e mandorle.
Lonza Di Fico or Salame Di Fico
This is a true Le Marche delicacy that takes months to age to the best taste – it is in fact prepared in October and ready to eat from March onwards the following year. Our tip is to serve it with some of the Le Marche’s delicious mature pecorino ewe’s milk cheese and a glass of dessert wine. It’s made in Ancona province but on sale throughout the region.
What’s the history behind it?
The Salame Di Fico was originally shaped like a snake and given to people after religious confirmation as it represented the ‘original sin’ from the temptation of Eve. It was eaten on the day of the confirmation or on Christmas Day so as to exercise the sin-related origin of man.
If you’re in Le Marche anytime soon be sure to keep your eye out for Salame Di Fico, it’s absolutely delicious!
