the marches - le marche
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Le Marche's name means "border area" - during the early Middle Ages, the area represented the edge of the Holy Roman Empire. Today, Le Marche is an unusual blend of unspoiled scenery: patches of medieval hill towns, long, sandy beaches, and stunning snowcapped peaks of the Monti Sibillini. The terrain and general feel is reminiscent of Tuscany (it's western neighbor), but its tourist influx is surprisingly less. our little secret... One of Le Marche's biggest fans, and current resident, talks about castles, art, and one really big nose. le marche on two wheels! The proprietor of CycleItalia, Italian tourism on bicycles, divulges where to stop pedaling in Le Marche. what do you know about le marche? Match your wits with out travel editor and find out how much you really know about Le Marche! the marchegiana kitchen Pasta triumphs in the Marche, with preference given to homemade versions. Housewives prepare mountains of wide tagliatelle, and maccheroni destined to be filled with exquisite flavors Cook an authentic Marchegiano meal. your  experience in the marches Tell us about your experience in Le Marche or read what others had to say in the travelling to italy forum. travel tip: [an error occurred while processing this directive]

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