ostra
Ostra is a comune (municipality) in the Marche region of central Italy, in the province of Ancona. It is situated in a hilly inland area of the Apennines, part of the historic rural landscape that characterizes much of Marche. The town has medieval origins, and its built environment includes traditional stone houses and churches that reflect the region’s architectural heritage. Ostra forms part of the network of municipalities around the Adriatic coast and shares cultural and culinary traditions evident in neighboring communities. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and small-scale crafts, with services and light industry contributing to the town’s economic activity.
In addition to its geographic use, ostra is the word for oyster in several Romance languages. In