Jesi — Homeland of Frederick II and Pergolesi
Province of Ancona
Jesi is surrounded by a splendid 14th-century city wall, perfectly preserved. Frederick II of Swabia, the 'Stupor Mundi', was born here on December 26, 1194. The Teatro Pergolesi, named after the Jesi composer Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, is one of the most important traditional theaters in the Marche. Palazzo Pianetti houses the Civic Art Gallery with a cycle of works by Lorenzo Lotto. The city is the capital of Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOCG.
Frederick II
Born on 26/12/1194
Wine
Verdicchio Castelli di Jesi DOCG
Other places in Ancona
Ancona — The Doric city
Millenary port founded by the Greeks, with the Duomo of San Ciriaco and the Arch of Trajan.
Fabriano — City of Paper
Papermaking tradition since the 13th century. UNESCO Creative City.
Loreto — Marian sanctuary
The Basilica della Santa Casa is one of the most important Marian shrines in the world.
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