were nearly extinguished by Cesare Borgia in 1502, and in 1545 the city fell under direct Papal administration. In 1861, after Camerino become part of the unified Kingdom of Italy, the university was recognised by the new state. In 1958, the school became known as the University of Camerino, a public institution. Main sights No ancient building is visible today, the Roman remains lying as much as one metre below ground level. Principal sights include: Camerino Cathedral: (early 19th century), built over a previous structured destroyed in 1799. The interior houses some artworks from the former edifice, including a wooden Crucifix dating back to the 13th century and a Madonna of Misericord from the 15th century. The crypt has two stone lions from the late 13th century, two busts from Bernini's workshop and a marble medieval arch dedicated to Saint Ansovinus, a bishop of the city in the 9th century. San Venanzio: Late Gothic church also damaged in 1799, but retains part of the original 15th-century façade and bell tower. San Filippo Neri: 18th century baroque style church. Ducal Palace: seat of the Faculty of Jurisprudence of the University, is one of the most important Renaissance buildings in central Italy. It was created in the late 15th century by Giulio Cesare Da Varano. It has a portico, a wide panoramic balcony, loggias and frescoed halls. Porta Malatestiana ("Malatesta Gate"): built in 1511 Archbishop's Palace (late 16th century): The museum includes a canvas by Gianbattista Tiepolo, a St. Sebastian from 1446 and an Annunciation by Luca Signorelli. Rocca di Borgia ("Castello Borgia"): designed by Ludovico Clodio for Cesare Borgia, dates from 1503. It has cylindrical towers and a massive keep. The castle was used as a command poste by the Germany occupation forces during World War II. Abbey of Fiastra: medieval cradle of the Cistercian Order. It is now abandoned. Orto Botanico dell'Università di Camerino: botanical gardens maintained by the University of Camerino, as is the Arboretum Apenninicum. Jewish quarter "Giudecca" in the city center. Tempio dell'Annunziata ("Temple of Annunciation"): erected by Rocco da Vicenza for Giulio Cesare da Varano. References External links Official website Il territorio di Camerino Cities and towns in the Marche