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DRIVE 23
Milan
Turin Venice
IT AL Y
Genoa Bologna
Florence
Perugia
Rome
The Stone of
the Apennines
Città di
Castello to Jesi
Highlights
• Ancient landscapes
Enjoy the countryside around Città
di Castello, virtually unchanged
since Roman times
• Underground marvels
Explore the subterranean world at
Frasassi, whose cathedral-size caves
are filled with fabulous rock formations
• Castelli di Jesi
The collection of ancient hilltop
castles around Jesi are easy to
visit and perfect for sampling the
delicious local white wine
• Secluded retreat
Breathe the pure air of the hills at the
Eremo di Fonte Avellana, far from the
everyday, industrial world
Sweeping hairpin bends on the approach
to Castelbellino
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