Itineraries in Puglia
A holiday in the land of Salento is never forgotten. Between architecture, beaches, festivals and gastronomy, Salento and the Itria Valley are destinations that attract tourists of all ages. It is therefore possible to organize different itineraries in Puglia according to your needs: our region has such a varied offer that makes it ideal for any type of holiday.
What to see in Salento
First of all, the center of Lecce, characterized by the exuberance of the seventeenth century baroque. Architecture lovers will be able to appreciate the historic center of Otranto with the Aragonese Castle which dominates the city. A destination loved by young people is certainly Gallipoli which guarantees sea, sun and fun. There is no shortage of hiking experiences in the nature of this wonderful land. In fact, it is possible to visit the sea caves of Santa Maria di Leuca on board a boat.
What to see in Valle d’Itria
The Itria Valley is a portion of central Puglia which includes cities such as Martina Franca, an important wine-growing and agricultural centre, and Alberobello famous for its characteristic trulli, typical cone-shaped stone houses. We must not forget the charm of villages such as Cisternino, Locorotondo and Ostuni, the famous “white city”. There are numerous churches to visit, archaeological sites to discover, horizons over the sea to observe.
Another symbol of Puglia, in particular of the Itria Valley, are the Masserie, once large inhabited agricultural companies, now restored as agritourism companies.
Everything in this region bears witness to numerous years of domination. A riot of history kept alive by buildings, monuments, squares and traditions.
It is an area where nature and architecture meet to create unforgettable experiences, but not only that. During a trip to Puglia you will not forget the typical flavors of this area which will immerse you in the culinary tradition of the region: cavatelli, orecchiette, lampascioni, burrata, DOC wines and much more.
In short, nothing is missing. Now that you have suggestions and advice on what to visit in this Apulian paradise, all you have to do is set off to discover the heel of the Italian boot and organize your personalized itineraries in Puglia.
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