San Benedetto del Tronto
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San Benedetto del Tronto is a city and comune
in Marche
, Italy
, in the province of Ascoli Piceno
. It lies on the Adriatic Sea
. San Benedetto del Tronto is an important little town on the Marche coast, an active fishing port and one of the main seaside resorts on the central Adriatic coast.
Located at the mouth of the river Albula, its territory extends from the river Tesino
to the north to the river Tronto
to the south. Its main feature is a long beach
of fine white sand which gently slopes into the sea. The shallow water is particularly suitable to children and the elderly.
The Blue Flag
is a symbol of high environmental standards as well as good sanitary and safety facilities at the beach/marina. The "Riviera della Palme" has been awarded a Blue Flag each year since 1998.
With around 50,000 inhabitants it is the second most populous city in the province.
AD, some believers built a chapel around the tomb. Since then, St. Benedict has always been venerated and invoked, for headache, not only locals but also those of the surrounding area. He later built a small church, contained in size, oriented with the apse facing east and the west entrance. According to early Christian tradition it is the east where the sun rises and the sun rises is one of the figures of Christ resurrected. Historians argue, however, that some archaeological findings testify to the Roman origins linked to the ancient city of Alba Picena on the right bank Albula.
The first document contains the name of the village dates back to 998
: it is an act concerning the investiture of the benefit of SS. Vincent and Anastasius in the territory of Acquaviva Piceno, by Hubert, bishop of Fermo. This precious document speaks of "Pede sive terra et silva Sancti Benedicti", undoubtedly referring to the territory of the city. In 1145 as a feud goes to Bernardo and Azzo, sons of Walter from Naples; in 1211 the Emperor Otto IV grants Fermo
taking the territories ranging from the river Tronto River to Potenza river. In 1245 Emperor Frederick II
grants Ascoli Piceno
a stretch of coast between the Ragnola river and Tronto river to build a fortified port. During these years there were a long series of excesses between Ascoli and Fermo, involving other municipalities and even the impoverished the countryside. In 1478 further a plague epidemic contributed decimate the city. Remained virtually uninhabited until the refugees repopulated San Benedetto from Romagna to which they were granted land lease. The history of the city is marked by incursions of Turks that capture the sailors and lead them into slavery; episodes that will be renewed from the sixteenth until the nineteenth century. Since 1650, the urban center expands beyond the walls, in 1754 created the first marine suburbs, Sant'Antonio da Padova and Marina. In 1860 the "Cacciatori delle Alpi" freed the city from the dominion of the Church. Dates back to 1896 the Royal Decree granting San Benedetto the attribute "del Tronto"; in 1936 the village of Porto d'Ascoli was reunited to its territory.
During the Second World War, precisely in 1943–1944, the city suffered 144 air raids and 6 naval shelling. The war marked a resumption of activities vehement: like everywhere in Italy, flourishing business ventures, rapidly increases welfare. Fishing becomes from a source of survival in the cornerstone of the local economy and 60s and 70s the city will boast one of the largest fishing ports in Italy, a large fleet of ships sailing the oceans, the first fish market the country's handling of product. Another activity has a tumultuous development that will dominate the years following World War II, that of tourism, growing up unstoppable as much as making San Benedetto be the title of the first reality of brands in terms of attendance.
team S.S. Sambenedettese Calcio
, which in recent years has played in Serie B
and is currently playing in Serie C1/B
. The city also hosts the final stage finish of the cycle race Tirreno–Adriatico every March.
A Carnival
Parade is held every February on San Benedetto's main streets, with colourful floats from all over Piceno.
with:
Comune
In Italy, the comune is the basic administrative division, and may be properly approximated in casual speech by the English word township or municipality.-Importance and function:...
in Marche
Marche
The population density in the region is below the national average. In 2008, it was 161.5 inhabitants per km2, compared to the national figure of 198.8. It is highest in the province of Ancona , and lowest in the province of Macerata...
, Italy
Italy
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, in the province of Ascoli Piceno
Province of Ascoli Piceno
The Province of Ascoli Piceno is a province in the Marche region of Italy. Its capital is the city of Ascoli Piceno.It has an area of 1,228 km², and a total population of 212,846 . There are 33 comuni in the province, see Comunes of the Province of Ascoli Piceno.-External links:**...
. It lies on the Adriatic Sea
Adriatic Sea
The Adriatic Sea is a body of water separating the Italian Peninsula from the Balkan peninsula, and the system of the Apennine Mountains from that of the Dinaric Alps and adjacent ranges...
. San Benedetto del Tronto is an important little town on the Marche coast, an active fishing port and one of the main seaside resorts on the central Adriatic coast.
Located at the mouth of the river Albula, its territory extends from the river Tesino
Tesino
The Tesino is a 37 km Italian river which flows through the region of Marche. It is born on the slopes of Monte La Torre, near Force in the Province of Ascoli Piceno, and enters the Adriatic near Grottammare...
to the north to the river Tronto
Tronto
The Tronto is a 115 km-long Italian river that arises at Monte della Laghetta and ends in the Adriatic Sea at Porto d'Ascoli, San Benedetto del Tronto. Anciently the Truentus, it traverses the Lazio, Marche, and Abruzzo regions....
to the south. Its main feature is a long beach
Beach
A beach is a geological landform along the shoreline of an ocean, sea, lake or river. It usually consists of loose particles which are often composed of rock, such as sand, gravel, shingle, pebbles or cobblestones...
of fine white sand which gently slopes into the sea. The shallow water is particularly suitable to children and the elderly.
Overview
The Blue Flag is an exclusive eco-label awarded to beaches and marinas in 21 countries across Europe.The Blue Flag
Blue Flag beach
The Blue Flag is a certification by the Foundation for Environmental Education that a beach or marina meets its stringent standards.The Blue Flag is a trademark owned by FEE which is a not-for-profit, non-governmental organisation consisting of 65 organisations in 60 member countries in Europe,...
is a symbol of high environmental standards as well as good sanitary and safety facilities at the beach/marina. The "Riviera della Palme" has been awarded a Blue Flag each year since 1998.
With around 50,000 inhabitants it is the second most populous city in the province.
History
The history of San Benedetto del Tronto is tied to the life of the martyr of the same name that is said to have been a soldier born in Cupra at the time of the Roman emperor Diocletian. Shortly thereafter, following the edict of Constantine in 313313
Year 313 was a common year starting on Thursday of the Julian calendar. At the time, it was known as the Year of the Consulship of Constantinus and Licinianus...
AD, some believers built a chapel around the tomb. Since then, St. Benedict has always been venerated and invoked, for headache, not only locals but also those of the surrounding area. He later built a small church, contained in size, oriented with the apse facing east and the west entrance. According to early Christian tradition it is the east where the sun rises and the sun rises is one of the figures of Christ resurrected. Historians argue, however, that some archaeological findings testify to the Roman origins linked to the ancient city of Alba Picena on the right bank Albula.
The first document contains the name of the village dates back to 998
998
Year 998 was a common year starting on Saturday of the Julian calendar.- Europe :* Otto III retakes the city of Rome and reinstates his cousin, Pope Gregory V, after mutilating and blinding his rival, Antipope John XVI.* St...
: it is an act concerning the investiture of the benefit of SS. Vincent and Anastasius in the territory of Acquaviva Piceno, by Hubert, bishop of Fermo. This precious document speaks of "Pede sive terra et silva Sancti Benedicti", undoubtedly referring to the territory of the city. In 1145 as a feud goes to Bernardo and Azzo, sons of Walter from Naples; in 1211 the Emperor Otto IV grants Fermo
Fermo
Fermo is a town and comune of the Marche, Italy, in the Province of Fermo.Fermo is located on a hill, the Sabulo with a fine view, on a branch from Porto San Giorgio on the Adriatic coast railway....
taking the territories ranging from the river Tronto River to Potenza river. In 1245 Emperor Frederick II
Frederick II
Frederick II may refer to:* Frederick II, Duke of Swabia * Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor , king 1211/12–1250, emperor from 1220* Frederick II of Austria , Duke of Austria 1230–1246* Frederick III of Sicily...
grants Ascoli Piceno
Ascoli Piceno
Ascoli Piceno is a town and comune in the Marche region of Italy, capital of the province of the same name. Its population is c. 51,400.-Geography:...
a stretch of coast between the Ragnola river and Tronto river to build a fortified port. During these years there were a long series of excesses between Ascoli and Fermo, involving other municipalities and even the impoverished the countryside. In 1478 further a plague epidemic contributed decimate the city. Remained virtually uninhabited until the refugees repopulated San Benedetto from Romagna to which they were granted land lease. The history of the city is marked by incursions of Turks that capture the sailors and lead them into slavery; episodes that will be renewed from the sixteenth until the nineteenth century. Since 1650, the urban center expands beyond the walls, in 1754 created the first marine suburbs, Sant'Antonio da Padova and Marina. In 1860 the "Cacciatori delle Alpi" freed the city from the dominion of the Church. Dates back to 1896 the Royal Decree granting San Benedetto the attribute "del Tronto"; in 1936 the village of Porto d'Ascoli was reunited to its territory.
During the Second World War, precisely in 1943–1944, the city suffered 144 air raids and 6 naval shelling. The war marked a resumption of activities vehement: like everywhere in Italy, flourishing business ventures, rapidly increases welfare. Fishing becomes from a source of survival in the cornerstone of the local economy and 60s and 70s the city will boast one of the largest fishing ports in Italy, a large fleet of ships sailing the oceans, the first fish market the country's handling of product. Another activity has a tumultuous development that will dominate the years following World War II, that of tourism, growing up unstoppable as much as making San Benedetto be the title of the first reality of brands in terms of attendance.
Main sights
The Torrione is one of the more important attractions of the city. It is located on the highest part of San Benedetto, in the oldest part of the city, also known as San Benedetto Alta. This tower is 15 metres high and from the top of it you can see the whole city.Culture
San Benedetto del Tronto is home to the footballFootball (soccer)
Association football, more commonly known as football or soccer, is a sport played between two teams of eleven players with a spherical ball...
team S.S. Sambenedettese Calcio
S.S. Sambenedettese Calcio
Unione Sportiva Sambenedettese is an Italian association football club, based in San Benedetto del Tronto, Marche. The club was founded in 1923. Sambenedettese currently plays in Serie D, having last been in Serie B in 1989. The team's colors are red and blue....
, which in recent years has played in Serie B
Serie B
Serie B, currently named Serie bwin due to sponsorship reasons, is the second-highest division in the Italian football league system after the Serie A. It is contested by 22 teams and organized by the Lega Serie B since July 2010, after the split of Lega Calcio that previously took care of both the...
and is currently playing in Serie C1/B
Serie C
The Lega Italiana Calcio Professionistico , commonly known as Lega Pro , is the governing body that runs the third and fourth highest football divisions in Italy, the Prima Divisione and Seconda Divisione respectively. It also includes the sole professional club of San Marino...
. The city also hosts the final stage finish of the cycle race Tirreno–Adriatico every March.
A Carnival
Carnival
Carnaval is a festive season which occurs immediately before Lent; the main events are usually during February. Carnaval typically involves a public celebration or parade combining some elements of a circus, mask and public street party...
Parade is held every February on San Benedetto's main streets, with colourful floats from all over Piceno.
Twin towns — Sister cities
San Benedetto del Tronto is twinnedTown twinning
Twin towns and sister cities are two of many terms used to describe the cooperative agreements between towns, cities, and even counties in geographically and politically distinct areas to promote cultural and commercial ties.- Terminology :...
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