Marche, also known as Le Marche, is located in the eastern part of central Italy, delightfully set between the Adriatic beaches and the rolling foothills of the Apennine Mountains. The Marche region offers visitors a diverse mix of ancient Roman monuments, priceless Renaissance art, opulent palazzos and sacred shrines. Marche - Culture - Location & Orientation - Climate & When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Pesaro - Urbino - Palazzo Ducale-Urbino - Casa Natale di Raffaello - Gradara - Fano - Ancona - Senigallia - Loreto - Grotte di Frasassi - Macerata - Archaeological Park of Urbs Salvia - Fermo - San Benedetto del Tronto - Ascoli Piceno - Monti Sibillini National Park - Recommendations for the Budget Traveller - Places to Stay - Hotel Desiree - Hotel Mediterraneo - Hotel Piero Della Francesca - Hotel Palace - Hotel De La Ville - Places to Eat - L'Angolo di Mario Restaurant - Tartufi Antiche Bonta - Degusteria 25 Doc & Dop Restaurant - Luna Rossa Restaurant - Gelateria Maki - Places to Shop - Ugo Betti - Bottega Monastica - Buying Shoes in Marche - Markets in Le Marche - Neto Designs