Puglia, an awe-inspiring region steeped in rustic mystery and culinary legend is baked by the noonday sun and caressed by murmuring waves. A sun-scorched vista depicted by rugged and densely wooded mountains, fertile plains and a thriving coastline, refreshed by rolling surf, tranquil rock pools and perpendicular fishing harbours.
THE SIGHTS
The 'trulli' of central Puglia The beautiful city of Lecce The 'White City' of Ostuni Gargano National Park Grottos of Castellana Walled city of Otranto
MONOPOLI
The delightful coastal resort of Monopoli boasts a lively port and pretty historic centre. Its large central piazza is lined with bars and cafés.
TORRE CANNE
With its beach of soft, golden sand and excellent spa facilities, the attractive seaside resort of Torre Canne was once a little fishing village. It is well-placed for visiting the 'White City' of Ostuni, just 11 miles (18km) away.
SAVELLETRI DI FASANO
Known for its excellent seafood, Savelletri di Fasano is a fishing village, ideally situated for exploring both the coastline and interior landscapes of central Puglia.
ALBEROBELLO
The 'trulli' capital of Puglia, Alberobello is decorated by these unusual whitewashed limestone dwellings, whose conical roofs create a dramatic skyline.
SELVA DI FASANO
Between the sea and the hills lying on Puglia's fertile plains is the whitewashed town of Fasano.
OSTUNI
The exquisite little town of Ostuni is situated close to a tranquil stretch of coastline. It is known as the 'White City' because of its whitewashed streets and buildings.
LECCE
From the heart of the deep south of Italy, Lecce is to the Baroque as Florence is to the Renaissance. It is famous for its wealth and finest examples of Baroque architecture.
OTRANTO
Greek in origin, the walled city of Otranto is not to be missed. It also makes an ideal base for exploring the eastern peninsula and southern cape of Italy steeped with many golden, sandy beaches.
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