Province of Ascoli Piceno
Cupra Marittima boasts an ancient tradition (the ancient Cupra Maritima of the Piceni and Romans). Marano, the historic village perched on the hill, retains an authentic medieval atmosphere. On the modern coast, fine sandy and pebbly beaches. The Piceno Malacological Museum houses one of the most important shell collections in the world (over 900,000 specimens).