Recanati is a comune (municipality) in the province of Macerata, in the Italian region of Marche. Recanati was founded around 1150 AD from three pre-existing castles. In 1290 it proclaimed itself an independent republic and, in the 15th century, was famous for its international fair. In March 1798 it was conquered by Napoleon.

Beniamino Gigli was an Italian opera singer. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest tenors of his generation.