The medieval dedication to Santa Maria di Marciano changed after reconstruction to Santa Maria del Fiore di Marciano, because the single altar was decorated with a fresco of the pregnant Virgin holding a rose—a depiction that was rare and soon abandoned, as it was considered unsuitable to represent Mary’s mystical role. The current building appears […]

Within the historic fabric of Morro d’Alba, near the beginning of the village in the direction of Jesi, stands the small church built in the first half of the 17th century by the Confraternity of the Most Holy Sacrament, from which it takes its name. This Confraternity, originally established at the main altar of the […]

The camminamento di ronda that runs along all the castle walls of the village of Morro d’Alba is unique in Europe. It is called “La Scarpa,” referring to the outer castle walls, which are sloped (scarpate). Originally, it was the village’s main street, lined with the most important houses, housing the entrance to the town […]

Located 10 km from the sea, on a hill among the rolling crests between Senigallia and Jesi, the Castle of Morro d’Alba rises above and dominates the surrounding fertile territory. The strategic importance of its position shaped the history of the small village for several centuries. On the hill of Sant’Amico, in the area of […]

The Church of the Most Holy Annunciation, built outside the city walls, does not have a known exact construction date, but it was certainly completed by May 4, 1670, when the first Mass was celebrated. In later years, it became better known as the Church of Santa Teleucania, after it housed the saint’s body from […]