Monuments
Obelisk
The Obelisk of Urbino, erected by Cardinal Annibale Albani, is one of the twelve original Egyptian obelisks in Italy and considered as twin of the one in Piazza Minerva in Rome. It comes from a… read more Obelisk
Theatre Sanzio
The Sanzio Theatre of Urbino was built in 1853 by the architect Vincenzo Ghinelli from Senigallia and funded by the Municipality. In addition, Ghinelli designed the surrounding area and the small semicircular place in front… read more Theatre Sanzio
Raphael’s monument
The monument dedicated to Urbino’s most illustrious son is located at the top of via Raffaello in Piazza Roma. Completed in 1897 by the sculptor Luigi Belli, it was originally placed in Piazza Duca Federico… read more Raphael’s monument
Albornoz Fortress
The Albornoz Fortress located at the top of the highest hill offers a suggestive panoramic view of the old town of Urbino. The surrounding landscape makes it a work of great historical and scenic interest.… read more Albornoz Fortress