Senigallia is a favourite Italian holiday resort and lies at the mouth of the river Misa in central Le Marche. It is also known by the name of the velvet beach, as it has over thirteen kilometres of very blond coloured sandy beaches. Senigallia was originally founded in the 6th Century BC by the Senonian Gauls and became the Roman colony of Sena Gallica in 289 BC.

Today its most famous and striking monument the large fort, the Roca Roveresca which was built in 1480. Inside the fort are the ruins of the original Roman fortress and guided tours take place to allow the public to view the archeological remains contained within the fort.

port of Senigallia became an important centre of maritime trade for the Duchy of Urbino in the middle ages and eventually even for the papal state itself. There is a large Piazza next to the fort with fountains and used throughout the summer by couples and families. In the grounds of the fort concerts are held throughout the year as well as fairs and cultural events in the summer and autumn.

Senigallia has a population of just over 40,000 inhabitants and in the summer season, its population rises to over 100,000, mainly Italians who return to this beautiful town for their summer vacations. All along the beach front there are numerous beach bars and lovely sea food restaurants and a wonderful nightlife in which all family members take part.

historic centre of Senigallia is only a short walk from the beach and is full of restaurants, bars, galleries and a large variety of shops.