Camerata Picena
A Municipality in the Marche Region
Camerata Picena is a small municipality in the Marche region, with a population of 2484 inhabitants. Located in the province of Ancona, the municipal area extends over a surface of 11.64 km². The morphology of the territory is characterized by hills, ridges, and alluvial plains. Several hamlets are located within the territory, including the main town and the Cassero hamlet on the hills, and the Piane hamlet in the alluvial plain. The Esino river crosses the municipal area, creating lakes and important vegetation.
History
The name Camerata dates back to the first decades of the year 1000, but the first historical document in which it appears dates back to 1309. In this year, Camerata becomes the battleground between a coalition of municipalities led by Jesi and one led by Ancona. In 1390-91, the Camerata castle is rebuilt by twenty-five families from Genga. Under the Pontifical State, Camerata maintains the status of an autonomous community, even if influenced by some noble families from Ancona. In 1860, Camerata becomes a municipality, with the toponym "Picena" to distinguish it from other "Camerata" existing in Italy. In 1947, it regains its municipal autonomy. The Cassero castle is located about 2 km from the main town, founded in 1375 by the Ancona admiral Niccolò Torriglioni.
Places of Interest
The center of Camerata is enclosed within the castle walls and includes the town hall and the parish church. The square was renovated in 2013, where once stood the monument to the fallen of World War I. The caves are reachable by a staircase and are located where the aqueduct stood. The hamlets of Le Piane and Cassero offer further attractions, including a second castle.
Society
Camerata Picena has undergone significant demographic transformations over the years. The administration includes two hamlets: Cassero and Le Piane, plus the Montanina housing development.
Sports Activities
The village offers several opportunities for sports enthusiasts. The local football team is Cameratese, which plays in the Second Category. The tennis team Tennis Club Camerata Picena has been promoted to series C in the year 2015/2016. In 2016, the cycling team A.s.d. MonkeyBike was founded, which has almost 50 members divided into road cycling, Mtb, and E-bike.
Conclusions
Camerata Picena offers a splendid opportunity to visit a historic municipality with many tourist attractions, including castles and parish churches. Football, tennis, and cycling enthusiasts can find excellent local teams to practice their sport.
