Ancona
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Ancona is a city and a seaport in the Marche region of central Italy. The city of Ancona has an estimated population of around 99,469 as of 2025. Ancona is the capital of the homonymous province and o
Il porto di Ancona
Arco di Traiano e mura di ronda
Ancona veduta 01
Piazza del papa, alba
Republic of Ancona
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The Republic of Ancona was a medieval commune and maritime republic on the Adriatic coast of modern-day Italy. It was notable for its economic development and maritime trade, particularly with the Byz
Ancona
…the architect-in-chief. The southern quay was built in 1880, and the harbour was protected by forts on the heights. From 1797 onwards, when the French took it, it frequently appears in history as an important fortress. In 1832, French Expedition to Ancona occupied the city, remaining until 1838 when they…
Byzantine sculptures inside the cathedral
Prothyrum and bell tower of the cathedral
Interior of the cathedral, with Byzantine plan (Greek cross)
Cathedral, aerial view