The park of Versilia takes its name from the villa of the same name which lies inside it and which was built at the end of the 19th century and famous for hosting the poet Gabriele d’Annunzio. The afternoons and soirees he enjoyed there are continued, to a fashion, today. D’Annunzio and his literary friends would wander through the pine-shaded park planning on the creation of an open-air theatre to host his own works and the great works of literature. The park covers almost a million square metres and is today owned by the city. In this vast pine forest, in remembrance of D’Annunzio, a cultural festival takes place every summer featuring ballet, literature, music, cinema and cabaret. But it is also beloved by walkers, families and those on horseback who all enjoy the shaded, historic atmosphere.