Atri was city of great prestige in the ancient world, from the XI and XII century BC It was the only city on the Adriatic coast to coin money before Rome, as well as an important center of trade, thanks to its port on the Adriatic, hence the claim that the name of the sea tucks his ancient Hatria. In Roman he fought on the side of Rome in the wars against Hannibal.
The city had its heyday under the dukes of Acquaviva. The glorious past of Atri is testified by archaeological finds, disseminated on the surrounding area. distance 40 km- 45 minutes journey