Email: info@erf.it
Sito web: http://www.erf.it/
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Description
Description
It comes to no surprise that the Ancona Fair, established in 1933, has been closely related to fishing ever since. One may call it an instinctive vocation, as it is situated in the fishing harbour of Ancona, at the heart of the old town centre, closely linked to the sea and its trade. Facing the enchanting view of the sea, the Ancona Fair holds a unique ranking among its national counterparts. For years, the Fishing Fair has topped the calendar and has been an opportunity for the city and neighbouring towns to celebrate. The deep local roots have helped it keep its historical venue over time: a bulwark between the fishing harbour and the open sea. The advertisement on the 1st Ancona Fair, designed by using the typical graphical work and types of the Thirties, stands as witness to the grand start of events. The excellent results achieved in 1936 by the Adriatic Fishing Fair led to a yet more ambitious organization of the Ancona Fair, the National Fishing Fair, which eventually became a must event for aficionados. From fishing equipment to fish processing and preservation, the event eventually embraced the entire sector, involving more new operators and greatly expanding the market. Initially conceived on a national scale, in 1954, the event opened up to top international exhibitors and made its name as Europe’s leading fishing fair. The growing success achieved after WW2 led to its seeking other more appropriate spaces. The choice finally fell on sticking to the path set, loyal to its local roots and to its old stone pavilions, and rebuilding it in 1948 on the same site, keeping the same concept. During the same year, the renovated venue played host to the 8th National Fishing Fair. Instead, publishing activities date back to the following decade, and are still the ERF’s distinguishing feature, with Il Gazzettino della Pesca, the only magazine of its kind in Italy, for over 48 years designed specifically for the professional fishing community. During the Eighties, together with a brand new schedule and the opening to new product sectors, theAncona Fair took on a new look, in tune with the new exhibition requirements for a single pavilion featuring mobile and modular elements. The new project was designed by architect Antonio Vichi. The current Fair, as it is known today, came to being in 1981, after the demolition of the old sheds, a highly functional facility, fittingly connected to the airport, motorway, port and railway station. In tune with the growing conference activities, from 1989 to 1990, the Congress Centre was added to the pavilion’s core structure, conforming to every quality and technological standard required to provide effective professional services.
Places to go
Places to go
Lying delicately on the northern tips of the Conero promontory, Ancona’s gentle slopes are home to a natural port that is the source of its fortune. From the sea, gaze its natural settings as an old acropolis of oriental origin, with its two slopes both looking on to the sea, one facing sunrise, and the other sunset.
San Ciriaco Overlooking the Doric acropolis with a view on the sea, this is one of the main Romanesque monuments, dating back to the IV century BC, symbol of the Adriatic’s artistic mediation with the east.
Loggia dei Mercanti The finest symbol of the city’s trading spirit, a 15th century roofed building, built for the exhibition and selling of merchandise.
Santa Maria della Piazza Built on a IV-VI century early Christian basilica, the current Romanesque church is one of the most interesting in the region.
Arco di Traiano Renowned Roman monument with its soaring Corinthian proportions, built in 100-115 AD to celebrate Trajan and his work to rebuild the port.
Surroundings
Surroundings
Jesi (33 km from Ancona) Situated on a hillock emerging from the Esino valley, whose original core is surrounded by imposing Roman walls.
Loreto (29 km from Ancona) Place of worship of the faithful and pilgrims for its Piazza della Madonna and sanctuary of the Holy House; inside, the shrine of the Holy House celebrates the glory of the earthly life of the Virgin Mary.
Accomodations
Accomodations
HOTELS
G.H. Passetto****
VIA THAON DE REVEL 1, TEL. 07131307
WWW.HOTELPASSETTO.IT, MEUBLÉ
Central position, looking on the sea, refined settings, elegantly furnished rooms and suites fitted with every modern comfort, bright and welcoming common areas.
Jolly Hotel Miramare****
RIPA DI VIA XXIX SETTEMBRE 14
TEL. 071201171, WWW.JOLLYHOTELS.IT
Located near the port, equipped with all the modern comforts typical of the Jolly hotel chain, ample rooms and classical bathrooms, Internet point, sweet and salty breakfast buffet, Marche cuisine at the restaurant.
City***
VIA MATTEOTTI 112/114
TEL. 0712070949
WWW.HOTELCITYANCONA.IT
Convenient central position, built in 1993, rooms neatly fitted.
Internazionale***
LOCALITÀ PORTONUOVO (12 KM
DA ANCONA), VIA PORTONUOVO 149/A
TEL. 071801001
WWW.HOTEL-INTERNAZIONALE.COM
Stone building set in green area overlooking the Portonuovo bay. Equipped terraces and restaurant with an amazing view on the sea, bright and functional rooms.
RESTAURANTS
Passetto
PIAZZA IV NOVEMBRE 1
TEL. 07133214
Distinctive building, with terrace affording a view on the sea for summer service, refined settings. Mainly season seafood. Good wine list.
Moretta
PIAZZA PLEBISCITO 52, TEL. 071202317
WWW.TRATTORIAMORETTA.COM
CLOSED SUNDAY
Looking on what is also known as “piazza del Papa”, open since 1897, this trattoria still has that special warmth typical of 19th century buildings. Traditional cuisine.
Osteria Teatro Strabacco
VIA OBERDAN 2-2/A, TEL. 07156748
WWW.STRABACCO.IT
CLOSED MONDAY AT NOON
Three rooms in rustic settings, with casual or elegantly laid out tables, kitchen open also for late-night owls. Cuisine in keeping with traditions.
Nightlife
Nightlife
Cocktail bars, wine bars and pubs scattered throughout Ancona. Over the past few years, the town centre has reawakened to become the coolest spot for evening promenades, packed with new night hangouts and restaurants.
NU54
PIAZZA DEL PLEBISCITO 54
TEL. 0712072226, WWW.NU54.IT
Minimalist furnishing in this eatery, open from 18.00 till late night. Appetizers, fusion dinner, after dinner. Excellent cocktails, vast assortment of wine and theme evening with great DJ sets.
Plaza Café
PIAZZA DEL PLEBISCITO 3, TEL. 071208927
WWW.PLAZA-CAFE.IT
Town centre, warm and enthralling atmosphere, with bamboo sofas, candlelight and discrete alcoves. Long drinks and beer for appetizers and after dinner, to the sound of good music.
Shopping
Shopping
Della Valle
SANT’ELPIDIO AL MARE FERMO
VIA FILIPPO DELLA VALLE
TEL. 0734871671
Large, well-stocked outlet, witha vast assortment of footwear of superior craftsmanship: Hogan and Tod’s. Fay men, women and childrenswear.
Genny
VIA L. ALBERTINI 12, TEL. 07187171
WWW.GENNY.COM
Near the Baraccola industrial area, the Genny outlet sells men and womenswear leftovers, sporting all the group’s designer clothing: Genny, Byblos, Prada and Miu Miu. Accessories also available. 50% discounts.
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