The March of Ancona was a frontier march centred on the city of Ancona and later Fermo then Macerata in the Middle Ages. Its name is preserved as an Italian region today, the Marche, and it correspond
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
March of Ancona
…Capital Ancona (until 1210) Fermo (1210–15th century) Macerata (15th century–1798) Religion Roman Catholicism Preceded by Succeeded by Duchy of Spoleto Republic of Ancona Anconine Republic Roman Republic (18th century) The March of Ancona (Italian: Marca Anconitana or Anconetana) was a frontier march centred on the city…
Byzantine sculptures inside the cathedral
Prothyrum and bell tower of the cathedral
Interior of the cathedral, with Byzantine plan (Greek cross)