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Vasto is a treasure chest, surrounded by the walls of a enchanting old citycenter which overlooks the Adriatic Sea. It is full of art and culture to be discovered, and it has an historical heritage rich of sacredness and witness of big names. You can only be enchanted by visiting the old buildings among the romantic and fascinating Loggia Ambling, one of the most beautiful scenic walks of Abruzzo, which leads from Palazzo d’Avalos, historic residence of the marquis regent of the city, to the Caldoresco Castle and the Bassano tower, architectural masterpieces you shouldn’t miss out.

The Archaeological Museum, the Art Gallery, the Rossetti Theater, the Gallery of Contemporary Art, the Museum of Folk Costume, together with the artistic exhibition “Premio Vasto”, will lead you on a journey through archeology and contemporary art. In Vasto there is no lack of places of worship, there are about 26 churches, cathedrals and chapels; the most important are the S. Joseph Cathedral overlooking the main square and the church of S. Maria Maggiore, which safeguards, among its huge aisles, the precious Holy Thorn.