[citation needed] The name of the region derives from the thousands of palm trees, mainly of the species Phoenix canariensis, Washingtonia and P. sylvestris that are prevalent in the landscape.

The Pinacoteca del Mare – inaugurated in April 2009 – although located in the heart of the old prison, is also part of this cluster of museums dedicated to the sea.

Each of the ten gardens have original features such as fountains, ponds, benches and armchairs for relaxing, games for children, specific tree species and a Cycle Path, designed by the architect Farnush Davarpanah.

Since 2016 the northern part of the promenade, stretching from the Palazzo Las Vegas to the Albula Stream, has been undergoing redevelopment.

[8] Grottammare is another renowned tourist resorts of the Marche region, awarded the Blue Flag beach several times by the Touring Club Italiano.

[12] Cupra Marittima belongs to the district of the Riviera delle Palme of the lower Marche coast.

[16] In the Archaeological site of Cupra Marittima, located in the north of the town, the urban layout of the Roman city can be seen.

Later the nearby seaside resorts of Grottammare and Cupra Marittima were included to the consortium in order to enrich the bathing offer.

The consortium promotes important cultural events, highlights the natural beauties of the Adriatic Sea, and showcases riches of the hinterland sambenedettese.