Surroundings of our beach hotel for summer holiday in Abruzzo

If you choose Don Ambrosio, you will have the chance to stay in a welcoming beach view hotel, but in the heart of Abruzzo, and to visit the surroundings with the many medieval villages and parks, all located within short distance from our beach hotel in Italy.

Abruzzo is a land rich in history, culture and traditions, where you will find beautiful medieval villages, natural parks and cities offering thousands of places to have fun. Not far from our hotel, you can reach the Abruzzo National Park or you may ask our reception for suggestions about the best activities to do during your summer holiday in Italy in one of the most comfortable Italian hotels in Abruzzo near the sea.

SILVI MARINA
Silvi Marina is a one of wonderful seaside resorts in Italy by the Adriatic Sea. Its 6 Km coastline has been awarded with the Blue Flag reward as international acknowledgement of environmental quality. The large sandy beaches are fully equipped with beach umbrellas, sun loungers, bars, restaurants, children playgrounds, sports facilities, gym courses (aquagym, aerobics, fitness), bike rental. Silvi beautiful historical centre has a medieval origin and is located on the top of a hill, where you can admire a stunning view of the coast and sea. The National Marine Park of Torre di Cerrano is in the north of Silvi and it is the fourth National Park in Abruzzo, the first protected area to be created by the sea for its remarkable naturalistic value. Don Ambrosio is located just 2 km from the beach of the National Marine Park of Torre di Cerrano.

ATRI
Since the XII and XI century b. Chr., Atri was a prestigious city of ancient time. Atri was also the only city of the Adriatic coast, which stroked his own coin before Rome and thank to his port, one of the most important exchange places. Probably the Adriatic Sea tucks his name from the ancient “Hatria”. In the war against Hannibal, Atri was allied to Rome. The city had its greater splendor under the dukes of “Acquaviva”. The numerous archaeological finds, disseminated on the surrounding area, are witnesses of the glorious past of Atri.

CASTELLI
Located at the feet of “Monte Camicia”, Castelli represents one of the most important tourist destinations of Abruzzo, and gave birth to many famous ceramists, who served the kings of Naples and princely roman villas. Famous for his handmade-shops, Castelli is known as the “City of Ceramic”. The origin of this art dates back to XIII Century, and since this time this fine art has been handed from father to son in this small village at the feet of “Gran Sasso”.

CIVITELLA
The fort of Civitella del Tronto is one of the most imposing works of military engineering: in fact it extends for more than 500 m on a rocky ridge. All its history is linked to its strategic position, since this fortress was located on the northern borders of various kingdoms of Naples. The fort and the surrounding village received more sieges, but what made the fortress famous was the unlucky defense sustained against the Sardinian and Piedmontese army in 1860-1861, finished with the defeat of the fortress on March 20th 1861, the last Bourbon stronghold to give way to the rising Italian union.

GOLE DEL SALINELLO
Near to Civitella Del Tronto, it’s possible to make some excursions in the gorges of Salinello. A natural environment, which connects history, culture and nature between the two slopes of the Twin Mountains: “Montagna di Campli” and “Montagna dei Fiori”. Author of this natural monument was the torrent “Salinello”, that with its influence over the entire mountain, created in millions of years a few kilometers long gorge, 200 m high and from 5 to more than 10 meters large, determining waterfalls, caves and cavities.

GRAN SASSO
The Abruzzo owns one of the most precious and protect areas of Europe, the National Park of “Gran Sasso e Monti della Laga”. The millennium old man work has been integrated in a harmonic way in a marvelous natural contest, enriching it. A natural environment, where numerous faunal and floral species live, rich in forests, springs, waterfalls, prairies, highlands, and vertiginous crests and rock faces. The most representative animals in this area are the wolf, the chamois of Abruzzo, the bear, the golden eagle and harrier eagle. The territory of the national Park constitutes a “European Monument of Biodiversity”.

SAN GABRIELE
The religiosity of Abruzzo has concretized the expressions of devotion in some big sanctuaries. The first and biggest one, where every year arrive more than 2 millions pilgrims, is situated at the feet of “Gran Sasso” and is dedicated to a young Passionist Saint. His name is “San Gabriele dell’Addolorata”. The fame of San Gabriele exploded in 1892 when his mortal body was exhumed and on his thumb the first clamorous prodigy happened. In 1920 he was declared saint and in 1959 the pope Giovanni XXIII declared him as patron saint of Abruzzo.

TERAMO
The city of Teramo has ancient origins, and was the capital of “Practotium”, the name given to the city under the roman dominion. During the dominion of the emperors Augusto and Adriano, the city lived a gold time, during which the baths, the theatre, the amphitheatre and many other monuments were built. Over the year 1400 Teramo was dismembered by the wars over the families of Melatini, Antonelli, Spennati and Mazzaclocchi. After that, Francesco Sforza and Alfonso d’Aragona got the city, and from the year 1798 until 1815 the city belonged to the French. After 1815 the city was ruled by the Spanish, and followed the history and destiny of southern Italy.

PESCARA
Pescara is a nice city built in a privileged position, rich in wonderful natural resources, such as the Adriatic Sea, the river Pescara and the surrounding hills. Strolling along its streets, you can admire: Saint Cetteo Cathedral – built in 1930, inside you can find the relics of the Saint and the tomb of Gabriele D’Annunzio’s mother, who gave the church a precious work by Guercino (17th century); the Basilica of Santa Maria dei Sette Dolori – built in the 18th century in Neoclassical style, its history is told by a local legend according which the Madonna appeared to some shepherds with her heart pierced by seven swords; the Birthplace of Gabriele D’Annunzio – where the great poet was born in 1863, and turned into a small museum; the Port of Pescara, the beating heart of the city and an important cultural crossroads; the Museo Ittico and the Museum of the Abruzzi People, where you can see on display fossils and objects from everyday life belonging to past centuries. Last but not least, Pescara is a famous destination offering dozens of discos, pubs, bars, and night clubs where you can dance, spend some time with your friends and have fun during your holiday!

CHIETI
Chieti has both Roman and medieval remains: its rich street-art heritage is an evidence of the past of this city as a cultural centre for many different people. One of the first things to catch the eye as you enter the city is the Cathedral of Saint Justin, just off the Piazza Vittorio Emanuelle II. Inside, it has three naves containing a crypt and great works such as the great marble altar, some 18th century paintings and a silver statue of the Saint. In the past, the city of Chieti was encircled by walls of which only the Porta Pescara gate remains. Absolutely worth seeing is the Marrucino Theatre, adorned by glided stuccos and once used as a church. Another place to visit in Chieti is the National Archaeological Museum, where you may see the statue called “Capesrtano Warrior”, which is the best existing sample of archaic sculpture. Worth seeing are the Seminario Diocesano, the Villa Comunale and the Thermal Baths, which exemplify the Imperial period.