For lovers of art and history, Urbino is a hidden treasure in the Marche region.
This small hilltop town was the birthplace of the renowned Renaissance painter Raphael. The Palazzo Ducale, a majestic Renaissance palace, houses the National Gallery of Marche, featuring an exceptional collection of Renaissance masterpieces. Stroll through the winding streets and immerse yourself in the artistic and cultural heritage of this charming town.
If spirituality entices you along with meditative chants and riveting discussions with monks and nuns fascinate you, monasteries are your peaceful retreats. Housing monks and nuns, monasteries are a place to live in seclusion where the inhabitants explore faith. An array of religions has monasteries, including Christianity, Hinduism, and Buddhism, where the people who chose this path believe in living humbly. The Greek root meaning of the term “monastery” itself signifies living alone. Not everyone can adopt such a lifestyle, albeit experiencing it for a while can bestow peace to the soul. This is a guide to remote monasteries on earth.