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PUGLIA Puglia – or Apulia is located in south-east Italy, between the Adriatic coast and the Tyrrhenian Sea. It has a surface of about 19.000 sqm and approximately 4.1 million inhabitants. Salento peninsula, in south Apulia, constitutes the heel boots. Bari is the capital of Apulia. In the fertile coastal plans are cultivated olive-trees, cereals, tomatoes and grape-wines. Apulia is a very important region for wine production. From here come some very appreciated red wines. The most famous varieties are: Primitivo, Negroamaro and Sangiovese. In an area of 107.571 hectares, are produced 7.580.000 hectolitres wines in total (DOC production: 259.900 hectolitres). The most famous wine producing zones are Castel del Monte, Canosa, Locorotondo and Foggia. The climate is characterized by hot summers and gentle winters. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY The provinces of Puglia: Foggia , Bari , Brindisi , Lecce e Taranto Puglia includes the following provinces: Foggia , Bari , Brindisi , Lecce and Taranto . There are many monuments and places to see, because the land boasts an ancient history which over time has been ruled by Dauni, Peucetians, Messapians, Greeks, Romans and Byzatines. Who is interested to see the ancient Magna Grecia capital, should go to Taranto. The most impressive monuments are the testimonies dating back to the times of Emperor Frederick II, including Castel del Monte. Other interesting places to visit are the Gravine, deep valleys embedded in the limestone Murge, whose walls were often used for the construction of apartments in the rock, such as in Massafra, Mottola.... Above all, Puglia is a region where the Roman style predominates . In all the coastal cities, but also in the hinterland, there are important buildings in Roman style. Among the most important centres, we find: Trani , Bari , Molfetta , Troia , Monte Sant’ Angelo , Canosa , Bitonto . Itria Valley is the Trulli area, where the white buildings from the curious curved roofs are not to be missed. A special mention has to be made for Alberobello . In many places you can visit the ancient remains dating to the prehistoric period. Near the city of Foggia , you can find the ruins of the ancient Daunia ; the Peucetians settled in the today’s land of Bari, while the Messapians settled in Salento. Of particular interest are the excavations of Egnatia , near Fasano, located on the Adriatic coast. Messapi ancient ruins can be seen in Mandria. Another attraction are the caves of Castellana , the largest of Puglia, maybe of Italy, not far from the homonym town. A pleasant modern entertainment is the nearby Zoo Safari of Fasano, whereas palaeontology lovers can go to Altamura, where interesting caves hosts prehistoric drawings and traces of dinosaurs .

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST BARI Capital of the Apulia Region, with its 316,500 inhabitants , is situated along the coast plain. It’s only a few kilometres from the border with Murgia Barese . The Murgia is a limestone plateau bounded by Corso dell’Ofanto , by the region of Messapia , Basilicata and the Adriatic Sea . Murgia region, which partially includes the homonym park , is astonishing for the variety of its landscapes, such as caves , shrines , defensive structures , churches and rural settlements , villages and cities . The shape of the city resembles a bird with outstretched wings , whose head corresponds to the old town Bari Vecchia . In the third century BC began the Roman Empire domination. Over the centuries Bari came under the dominion of the Arabs before, the Lombards , Byzantines and Saracens later. The city of Bari was the seat of the Eastern Roman Empire fleet. After that Saint Nicola relics had been secretly filched and was later built the Basilica dedicated to the saint, Bari became one of the main Christianity centres. It was the point of departure and return of the Crusades as well as communication bridge with the East. Following the Normans , Angevins , Aragons and Spanish dominations, in 1813 the city began to develop outside the centre, with the construction of new settlements. Today, Bari plays a primary role in the international commercial relationships , thanks to the strategic role of its ports, airports, and to Fiera del Levante trade fair complex. PLACES OF INTEREST Some remarkable monuments and some important relatively recent buildings are: Petruzzelli Theatre , Margherita Theatre , Piccinni Theatre and Fizzarotti Palace . There are numerous rural churches and tombs carved into the rock: among them, S. Candida Church, the Temple of S. Giorgio, Madia Diana Hypogeum and the Jewish Hypogeum. Among the most interesting museums, we recall the Archaeological Museum , the Provincial Library , the Historical Museum and the Botanical Garden . The most significant events are St. Nicholas , patron saint of the city, which takes place December 6 and 7-9 May, and the exhibitions of Fiera del Levante , organized with the same enthusiasm since 1930. Also the Basilica of San Nicola and its Museum, the Norman-Swabian Castle of Bari definitely worth a visit. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST MONOPOLI

Monopoly is in the Adriatic coast; its territory is flat except for Loggia del Pilato , a terrace overlooking the plain. It has almost 47,000 inhabitants and in the surroundings, easily reachable, there are interesting tourist centres like Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, Castellana Grotte, Ostuni and Fasano . Its position on a beautiful sea, awarded by Legambiente with Vela Blu (blue sail), is characterized by 25 fine sandy beaches , spread over a surface of 13 Km.

The typical rural buildings are the Masserias , old fortified farms and homes of agricultural jobs , churches , villages and countryside villas . Agricultural production primarily consists of the cultivation of olive-trees , almond-trees , fruit trees and vegetables . The name Monopoly means unique city, and probably dates back to when the citizens of the nearby Gnazia, destroyed by the Goths of Totila , arrived in the city, which at the time was only a village. Even in Monopoly, as in other towns in the region, Normans , Byzantines and Swabians ruled over the centuries. Monopoly was also ruled by Venice , which realized the enlargement of the port and under which the city experienced a very flourishing period, in part due to having supported trades with the hinterland regions, whose products were much in demand by external market. Following the Spanish and Austrian domination, Monopoly came under the Kingdom of Naples and finally under the Kingdom of Italy. PLACES OF INTEREST The monument representing the city is the Castle of Charles V , a defensive construction of Aragonese origin, built as a Benedictine monastery , later renewed by Charles V for defensive purpose and currently home to exhibitions and conferences. The entire old town consists of well-preserved remains of the old city walls . The fortified Masserias , still in perfect conditions, are located just beyond the borders of the historic centre, in the heart of the port, and in the sweet hills of the inland. Just 3 km away from the city is Santo Stefano, a private manor estate, once a Benedictine Abbey, founded in 1086 by Goffredo d'Altavilla. Among the many traditions, it’s important to remember the holiday dedicated to Saints Cosma and Damiano, which take place the first weekend of June and the raft commemorating procession, which carries the icon of the Madonna della Madia; it repeats the same two times a year, on 14 August and 16 December. Worth seeing are also the Cathedral of Santa Maria, the Feast of Saint Lucia and the Christmas market. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST BRINDISI

Capital of the homonym province, Brindisi has about 88,000 inhabitants and is located in the Salento plains, on the Adriatic Sea with which is connected from a natural harbour. It was the principal centre of Messapia, always out of line with the near city Taranto. In 267 BC it was conquered by the Romans and linked to Rome by Via Appia and Via Traiana, whose end is attested by two Roman columns.

Brindisi was an important bishop's seat; it was conquered by Goths , Byzantines and in 674 AD was devastated by the Longobards . Later, as all the surrounding towns under the Byzantines, fell under the Norman and Aragonese domination, before being conquered by the Maritime Republic of Venice and finally get under the Kingdom of Naples. Brindisi reached its heyday under the Kingdom of Italy and in the next century, between 1943 and 1944, was capital of Italy for five months. PLACES OF INTEREST The impressive Aragonese Castle , also known as the castle of the sea, was built for defensive purposes in 1491 on the island facing the port. It has two distinct parts: the Red Castle , which takes name from the red bricks which compose it, and the Fort , seat of Navy Command. In the centre of the city, in Piazza Duomo , the De Cateniano Portico , once belonging to Hospitaller Order of the Knights of Jerusalem, the Archaeological Museum , the Loggia of Palazzo Balsamo , the Diocesan Museum . In San Pietro degli Schiavoni area you can visit the archaeological excavations, partially dating back to Roman times. Along the road towards San Vito you can see Tancredi Fountain , built in the year 1192, at the hands of the Norman King Tancred of Sicily . In Casale district you can find the monument to Italian Sailors , a huge 5 meters rudder. If you're ever in Brindisi in the month of September, you can watch the procession of the patron saints into the sea, which takes place the first week of the month and processions of Cavallo Parato del Corpus Domini e l’Osanna, religious tradition of Greek origin, which takes place from the middle of the 1900. Don’t forget a visit to Santa Maria del Casale Church and to Brindisi Cathedral . Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST FASANO

Belonging to the Province of Brindisi, it has about 38,600 inhabitants and is located south of Monopoli , not far from the sea. Its latest outlying suburb "Selva di Fasano" is known for the dense vegetation. In Fasano are the archaeological excavations of Egnatia , a number of old farms and Masserias , Trulli , age-old olive trees and dry stone walls.

The history dates back to the destruction of Egnazia , after that the inhabitants of the coasts came back to protect themselves from pirates and from the invasions of other populations. The first settlement of Santa Maria di Fajano dates back to 1088. Many other coastal areas of the region suffered the attacks of various populations until the end of the eighteenth century. Each year they remind the victory against the Turks . PLACES OF INTEREST The city is best known for the great Safari Zoo , which houses about 4,000 animals belonging to 40 different breeds. Fasano is situated near the archaeological site of Egnatia , the ancient city of Messapia , which dates back to proto-historic period and is located along the Via Traiana . The center of Fasano is characterized by narrow alleys, small streets and squares, embellished with white houses. The Mother Church , dedicated to St. Giovanni Battista and located in the historic centre, is a typical example of late Renaissance architecture. The Arch-Knight , leading to Baliale Palace , also has a very artistic value. It was renovated and hosts nowadays the town hall. The many old farms and Masserias were independent and responded to the needs of each . With the time, they have developed and have started to be used for tourism purpose too. In the particular case of Masseria di S. Angelo de 'Graecis , inside the ancient olive-press has been set up a small museum. On a landscape scale, particularly interesting are the dunes of Torre Canne and Torre San Leonardo . Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST OSTUNI

The White City , divided between land and sea, medieval buildings and nightlife, also belongs to the province of Brindisi, has only 33,000 inhabitants and is located about 8 km from the Adriatic coast . It’s the most important cultural centre of the Salento plain. The first settlement dates back to III-IV century BC, and was founded by the Messapi. During the Second Punic War, the town was destroyed and later rebuilt by the Romans, with which Ostuni

started a particular flourishing period. After the fall of the Roman Empire, Ostuni was ruled by several populations: the Ostrogoths, the Lombards, the Normans and the Aragons, which, however, failed to introduce any feudal order. From 1800, Ostuni expanded his territory until reaching the current size. PLACES OF INTEREST The charm of Ostuni is the characteristic white colour of the ancient buildings. All the facades of the old town were white painted. This is what gave the names of White City , Queen of Olives and the Crib City . We recommend visiting the old town, called "The Land ", which differs from the most recent, called "Marina". At the centre of the old city is Ostuni Cathedral , with a hardly classifiable architectural style, but whose origins are clearly referable to the Gothic-Roman tradition. Not to be missed is the portal of Spirito Santo Church , built in 1450, today declared a National Monument . Another attraction is the 17 km of beaches , alternating sandy coves, cliffs, pebble beaches and dunes covered in Mediterranean maquis. Along the coast, you will find a nature reserve in the Lido Morelli . Very famous is the Feast of St. Oronzo , the patron saint and protector of the city, which takes place August 25 to 27, during which the clergy and the municipal authorities participate to a parade on horseback with ladies and knights in the original medieval costumes. Madonna del Carmine Church, the Convent and Monacelle Church as well as San Giuseppe trade , the Museum of Pre-Classical Civilization of the souther n Murgia and the Archaeologic Park of Santa Maria Agnano definitely worth a visit. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST The coast of Salento is characterized by a varied landscape . The sun, the sea, the wind: nature is the first thing that strikes you when you arrive in this small piece of land. The area of Salento is centred in the province of Lecce and just borders on the province of Brindisi from the side of the Adriatic Sea, and on the province of Taranto from the side of the Ionian Sea. Surfing, windsurfing and kite-surfing lovers meet in the beaches facing the lakes Alimini and divers can choose between the different centres, and especially between the beautiful waters of the Ionian sea and those between Otranto and Santa Maria di Leuca . On the coast road that from Santa Cesarea leads to Castro , there are the famous Grotte di Castro : Grotta Romanelli , one of the most important prehistoric caves in Italy and Zinzulusa , the pearl among the caves, whose name 'Zinzuli', rags, was used by the fishermen to describe the similarity with the wonderful stalactites and stalagmites. LECCE Capital of the homonym province, with over 83,000 inhabitants , it has very ancient origins: Sybar , city of Messapia, existed already before the Trojan War. Called Lupiae during the Roman Empire, Lecce reached a very flourishing period under Emperor Marcus Aurelius . It fell later under the Greek domination and was then sacked by the Ostrogoths . In 549 it was under the dominion of the Eastern Roman Empire, under which he remained for the next 500 years. Under the Normans domination, Lecce became a prestigious economic centre and was the capital of Salent o. In 1463, Lecce fell under the Kingdom of Naples and became the most dynamic cultural centre of the Mediterranean; in this period it developed the baroque art with Lecce’s stone . In the following centuries, during the reign of Charles V , the city was equipped with a second wall to protect from the several attempts of Turkish invasions . In the same period, it began the construction of many churches and control structures, making the city looks like a huge construction site , until the arrival of the pestilence , which subsided thanks to the miraculous intervention of St. Oronzo , who later became the patron saint of the city. The expansion of the city beyond the walls occurred at the beginning of the twentieth century. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST Places of interest Lecce is characterized by baroque buildings , for which it is famous. This style is characterized by the particular richness and abundance in decorations, for which the master sculptors used Lecce stone , very malleable and easy to work , also known as the marble of the poor. The artistic and architectural heritage of Lecce is incalculable, and has given it the name of Florence of the South and Pearl of Salento . During your visit in Lecce, you will realize to be in a real open air museum , where Lecce stone dominates uncontested in the palaces, the churches, the fortified buildings. Among the many churches in the city, we remember the Basilica of Santa Croce , whose construction started in 1353 and was completed only in 1699. In the historical centre, overlooking the beautiful square, stands the cathedral, the bishop, the seminary and the church tower. Lecce Castle is born from a project of Gian Giacaomo dell'Acaya , upon order of Charles V . Interesting sights to visit are also the amphitheatre , the Olivetani Convent , the Feast of St. Oronzo and the Provincial Archaeological Museum Sigismondo Castrom ediano . Gallipoli

Gallipoli is located on the west coast of the Salento peninsula and has 20,266 inhabitants. It is divided between the modern district (Borgo ) and the old town district , which lies on a calcareous island (Island of St. Andrew ), joined to the mainland by a bridge. Gallipoli, once called Anxa , was one of the centres of Messapia. It was later conquered by the Romans and became an important economic centre , thanks to the purple produced in the region.

Gallipoli remained for a long time tied to Greek traditions about habits, rituals and dialect: the Latin rite , widespread in Salento area since the Middle Age, in Gallipoli replaced the Greek only in the sixteenth century. After the fall of the Roman Empire, it was sacked by Barbarians , Vandals and Goths . These lasts were then defeated by the Byzantines and then expelled. Then came the domination of the Swabians and the Aragons , traces of which can be found in the renovation of the old Byzantine castle, which became a fortress, further fortified by the Spaniards during their rule over the city . The old part of the town, fortified with towers , ramparts and walls , was repeatedly assaulted: we remember in particular the Venetians siege in 1484 and the French one in 1528. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST Places of interest Among the main reasons that lead to visit Gallipoli, there are not just the churches , the palaces and the monuments : the old town for example is very characteristic, beginning from its particular location on St. Andrea Island . The small island has a perimeter of 1.5 kilometers and is characterized by a tangle of alleys and squares , intertwined within each other. The city walls , the ramparts and towers that once protected the city from invaders, shelter nowadays from the floods and confer the city a special charm, giving the impression of a journey into the past. Definitely deserve a visit Santa Maria degli Angeli church and the Cathedral of St. Agatha of Gallipoli , in Baroque style, which exhibits very interesting paintings and inside frescoes. Nearby you can admire the Hellenic fountain , once mistakenly classified as the oldest fountain of Italy , rich in reliefs inspired by Greek mythology. In front of the fountain is the Santuario (sanctuary) Santa Madonna del Canneto , with ceilings dating from the eighteenth century. Gallipolli is a popular destination for sea lovers, thanks to the fine sandy beaches such as the Lido San Giovanni , very appreciated from families. It 's also very popular with divers .

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST UGENTO

Ugento has 10824 inhabitants , is located a few kilometres from the Ionian Sea coast and has a coastline of about 8 km , mostly low and sandy. The traces of the first settlements date back to 1000 B.C. The city was called Ozan and its inhabitants were devoted to the worship of Zeus , as pointed out by the many remains of temples and statues dedicated to him. Defensive walls clearly show the presence of Messapi.

Once, Ugento was an important commercial centre as well as a commercial and military power . The rivalry with Taranto decreed the beginning of his decline, accompanied by bloody wars and dramatically decimation of the population. The city was finally destroyed by the Romans , who never forgave the Ugentini their help to Hannibal , allowing him and his troops the passage in their coasts. PLACES OF INTEREST The Municipal Museum is rich in archaeological and prehistoric finds unique in their kind, found in the Roman and Messapian necropolis . Among the churches to visit in the centre, we remember the Cathedral , built in 1537 in the eighteenth century in Gothic style and destroyed by the invasion of the Saracens; the Church of St. Antonio , dating back to the fifteenth century, which houses 10 altars. Very impressive and well preserved are the Byzantine walls , well-equipped with 5 gates and built after the destruction of the city occurred in the eleventh and twelfth centuries. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST OTRANTO

In the easternmost point of Italy, about 30 Km from Lecce, with its 5200 inhabitants, is Otranto, once known as Hydruntum , the first colony of Magna Graecia , later became Municipium Romano . Before the destruction by the Turks in 1480 , it was for a long time an important political, commercial and cultural centre , under the Byzantine and Norman domination.

Otranto was also a meeting point for different cultures and a crossroads between the Mediterranean and the eastern lands. PLACES OF INTEREST Otranto satisfies both the seaside tourism and the one with a more natural, historic or cultural purpose. A walk in the old town to will see the age-old charming district , enclosed in the Aragonese walls , with its white houses and cobbled streets, which lead to the beautiful S. Maria Annunciata Cathedral. It’s the largest church in Puglia and is characterized by the imposing Renaissance rose window , with clear Gothic-Arabs influences. In memory of the tragic battle of 1480, in the Cathedral were the remains of the deceased citizens. Also worth visiting is the Church of St. Peter . Equally interesting is the Castle of Otranto , which was modified by the Aragons , who decided to extend the existing defensive structure. Nature lovers can visit the beautiful Grotta dei Cervi at Porto Badisco , known for the many finds dating back to post-Palaeolithic. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST MINERVINO DI LECCE

Coming to Minervino of Lecce , the first thing you notice is the presence of many churches , which immediately make you think of a special Christian devotion. The Main Church is dedicated to St. Michael the Archangel , and represents the most beautiful Renaissance church of Salento. It was built in the mid-sixteenth century to accept and join people. Particularly interesting is the portal with its precious

carvings; the large ornate rose window that reminds Santa Croce in Lecce, and the towering bronze bell of great value which is, it is told, able to keep away from the town the violent storms, with its strong strokes. On one of its portals is the statue of St. Michael the Archangel . The main apse, richly decorated in local stone , is by Gabriele Riccardi , an artist who has performed numerous works in the best churches in Salento region. Venturi Palace was considered a real fortress , thanks to the many loopholes from which were being filtered particular pollutants materials (such as pitch) to defend themselves against attackers. The Portal , of considerable artistic interest, is characterized by the presence of the Venturi crest Palazzo Scarciglia has a fabulous lobby. The small Addolorata chapel is located just a few steps from the Main Church. From the seventeenth century is also the Convent with the adjoining Church of St. Anthony , belonging to the order of the Minori Osservanti Riformati (1624-1628). This church was enriched in 1733 by putting an organ , by Carlo Sanarica . In the main altar is a wooden statue of St. Anthony of Padua and the wall hangs a fine painting by Catalano . In the area there are many churches, like Immacolata , Madonna delle Grazie , whose main altar dates from 1680, the ancient churches of St. Pietro and Santa Croce , which complete the list of the many churches of the area. Another attraction of significant historical interest are Dolmens and Menhirs . The largest and best preserved Dolmen in the province of Lecce, called Li Scusi , is located in Minervino of Lecce. Finally, very important is the Trappeto Ipogeo , with an area of 700 square meters, totally dug into the rock and located 3 meters below the roadway. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GEOGRAPHY & PLACES OF INTEREST SANTA MARIA DI LEUCA Santa Maria di Leuca , called just Leuca , is a very appreciated touristic resort. Promontory Punta Meliso is the easternmost region of Salento and of the boot, as well as meeting point between the Adriatic and the Ionian Sea. The name comes from Leukos , "white", given by the Greek sailors, who saw this land illuminated by the sun, so white. The second part of his name has Christian origins. Since 2006, Santa Maria di Leuca area and Tricase wood have joined the Regional Park of Costa d’Otranto . There are numerous caves, embellished with and Greek Latin inscriptions. The caves and the sea beds are of great natural interest, as well as a paradise for diving enthusiasts. Inlands are rich in history and culture, the landscape offers dreamy views, including luxury country houses dating back to the eighteenth century. Currently, the territory is one of the most popular seaside resorts , both thanks to its clear sea, both thanks to the climate, with summers beginning in May and ending in the middle o f October .

A staircase of 184 steps connects the Cathedral of Santa Maria with the port, framing the Acquedotto Pugliese . Its construction began in 1906, had to stop due to the outbreak of World War I, it followed at the end of the war and it ends in 1939. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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MASSERIAS IN PUGLIA Our Masserias suggested by www.charmingpuglia.com are: Masseria Torre Coccaro – Savelletri di Fasano – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-torre-coccaro.html

Masseria Torre Maizza – Contrada Cerasina – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-torre-maizza.html

Masseria Cimino – Contrada Fasciola – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-cimino.html

Masseria La Brunetta – Massafra – Taranto http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-la-brunetta.html

Masseria Li Foggi – Contrada Li Foggi – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-li-foggi.html

Masseria Montelauro – Montelauro – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-montelauro.html

Villa Cenci Relais Masseria – Contrada Carperi – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-relais-villa-cenci.html

Masseria San Domenico – Savelletri di Fasano – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-san-domenico.html

Masseria Alchimia – Marina di Savelletri (Brindisi) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-alchimia.html

Masseria Quis ut Deus Spa & Resort – Crispiano (Taranto) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-quis-ut-deus-spa-resort.html

Masseria Don Cirillo – Ugento (Lecce) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-don-cirillo.html

Masseria Mozzone – Montalbano di Fasano (Brindisi) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-mozzone.html

Masseria Il Frantoio – Ostuni(Brindisi) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-il-frantoio.html

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HOTELS IN PUGLIA Our hotels suggested by www.charmingpuglia.com are: Baia dei Faraglioni Beach Resort – Mattinata Gargano – Foggia http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-baia-dei-faraglioni.html

Relais La Sommità – Ostini – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/relais-la-sommita.html

Suite 68 – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-suite-68-lecce.html

Corte dei Francesi – Maglie – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/em/hotel-corte-dei-francesi.html

Relais & Chateaux Il Melograno – Monopoli – Bari http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/relais-il-melograno.html

Relais Villa San Martino – Martina Franca – Taranto http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/relais-villa-san-martino.html

Hotel Corta Altavilla – Conversano – Bari http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-corte-alta-villa-relais.html

Hotel Il Palmento – Locorotondo – Bari http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-il-palmento.html

Hotel Palazzo del Corso – Gallipoli – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-palazzo-del-corso.html

Grotta Palazzese – Poglinano a Mare – Bari http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-grotta-palazzese.html

La Peschiera – Capitolo (Brindisi) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-la-peschiera.html

Relais Histò – San Pietro sul Mar Piccolo (Taranto) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/relais-histo.html

Palazzo Personè – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-palazzo-persone.html

Corte di Nettuno – Otranto (Lecce) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-corte-nettuno.html

Monteforte Resort – Ugento (Lecce) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-monteforte-resort.html

Relais Corte Palmieri – Gallipoli (Lecce) http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-relais-corte-palmieri.html Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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WELLNESS & RELAX HOTELS IN PUGLIA Our wellness hotels suggested by www.charmingpuglia.com are: Masseria San Domenico – Savelletri di Fasano – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/masseria-san-domenico.html

Borgobiano Resort & Spa – Polignano a Mare – Bari http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/resort-borgo-bianco-spa.html

Grand Hotel Kalidria Thalasso & Spa – Località Principessa – Taranto http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/grand-hotel-kalidria-thalasso-spa.html

San Giorgio Resort & Spa – Cutrofiano – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/resort-san-giorgio-spa.html

Risorgimento Resort – Lecce http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/risorgimento-resort.html

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GOLF IN PUGLIA Our golf hotels suggested by www.charmingpuglia.com are: Golf Club Riva Tessali – Località Riva dei Tessali – Taranto http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/golf-club-riva-dei-tessali.html

Golf Hotel Bari Alto – Casamassima – Bari http://www.charmingpuglia.com/index.php?golf=24

San Domenico Golf – Savelletri di Fasano – Brindisi http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/golf-club-san-domenico.html

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GUIDE Restaurants

� Il Pepe Finto – typical dishes and sea food specialties – Bari � Osteria al Gambero – located in the old town, it offers creative local dishes – Bari � Prosciutteria Salumeria (charcuterie) Matteo – local products – warm hospitality – Bari � Il Poeta Contadino – traditional cuisine with more than 20.000 wines – Alberobello � Pastificio dei Trulli – pastry and delicious sweets – Alberobello � San Pietro – located in an historic house, with round arches and a second hall in the cave –

traditional and savoury dishes – Ostuni � Odissesa – simple and elegant restaurant, located in an old cloister and personally managed by

Tasselli family – Ostuni � Osteria Antica Posada – ancient hall – exquisite gastronomy – Ostuni � Grotta Palazzese – seafood specialties – hotel restaurant in a Polignano a Mare

http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en/hotel-grotta-palazzese.html. The restaurant particularity is the terrace, partially inside the cave, which offers a breathtaking sea view – Polignano a Mare

� Osteria degli Spiriti – simple local dishes – Lecce � Trattoria Cucina Casereccia – traditional dishes, very appreciated by Salentino people –

Lecce � Golosità del Salento da Valentina – local productes dishes and a wide wine selection – Lecce � La Puritate – wine specialties, overlooking Puritate sea – Gallipoli � Marechiaro – located in the promenade, it offers typical seafood dishes from Salento – elegant

and refined setting – Gallipoli � Tricase – delicacies from Salento – Marina di Leuca

Caffé & Patisseries

� Caffè Pasticceria Stoppani – historical café, where you will taste the best almond pastries – Bari

� Pasticceria Gelateria Enoteca Tambone – large wine selection and delicacies from Salento – Bari

� San Cesario di Lecce – Piazza Garibaldi – Patisserie with typical delicacies – Lecce � Maglio Arte Dolciaria – bakery and patisserie – Lecce

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GASTRONOMIC SPECIALITIES OF PUGLIA Agnello allo squero lamb skewer Alici arraganate breaded anchovies (without fish bones) in a mixture of garlic, mint, capers, oregano, to make in layers in a trayful and dressed with oil, vinegar, then baked. Calzone pugliese “calzone” filled with oil, onion, tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, parsley, or with mozzarella, with ham, ricotta and Caciocavallo. Capuzzelle half backed lamb or goat’s head with potatoes, oil, salt, garlic and oregano Carduncieddi boiled cardoons, flavoured, in Brindisi area, with black olives, anchovies and grated bread - in Bari and Foggia area, with a beaten egg, cheese and pepper. Both have to be backed. Cozze arraganate the superior part of the mussels is put into a terracotta container, then flavoured with a mix of white bread crumbs, oregano, garlic, parsley, olive oil and tomato sauce, than backed. After the first half of the cooking time, it has to be sprinkled with white wine. Cutturidde lamb prepared with onions, parsley, sheep cheese pieces, salt, pepper, olive oil and covered with water. The pot has to be covered and needs a low flame. Melanzane ripiene aubergines stuffed with tomatoes, capers, olives, and anchovy fillets, covered with white bread crumbs and baked 'Ncapriata large bean soup, mashed with a large wooden spoon and then dressed with olive oil. The soup is served with bitter chicory, sweet pepper and tomatoes or with cooked onions. Orata alla pugliese sea bream is prepared with pecorino cheese, potatoes, garlic, lots of parsley and olive oil. Everything is made in layers in a container: first parsley, then the sliced potatoes with grated cheese over and the fish, then another layer of grated cheese and potatoes - finally put into the oven. Pasta con i peperoni Pasta with tomato sauce and peppers. Pèttue oder Popizze crepes filled with anchovies and fried in ricotta cheese or in oil. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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GASTRONOMIC SPECIALITIES OF PUGLIA Pinne Large molluscs belonging to the family of clams. They have to be eaten raw in salads with olive oil, lemon juice, pepper and parsley. Puddica 1 centimetre thick focaccia, with tomatoes and garlic chunks, dressed with olive oil, oregano and salt before being baked in the oven. Rècchie ai tre colori Orecchiette cooked along with the rocket salad, with tomato sauce and pecorino cheese. Rècchie con cime Orecchiette with turnip greens and anchovies di rapa e acciughe Tarantello Salami made of fresh tuna, taking the stomach parts. Torta rustica It consists of a covering of pasta, mixed with flour and dry white wine. Stuffing: olive oil, fresh ricotta, mozzarella, Scamorza, ham, salami or Caciocavallo cheese, held together by beaten egg. From the country cuisine from Puglia, there are several traditional recipes, to prepare with wood oven: different varieties of bread and focaccia, calzuni (calzone stuffed with onions, tomatoes, mozzarella and anchovies). The wood oven is also important for the preparation of meat specialties. Taralli Wheat flour, lard, olive oil, yeast, fennel seeds, chilli or pepper. Key ingredients of crispy rings, which are served in southern Italy as an aperitif. Crostini White bread slices, toasted in the oven and then seasoned with olive oil and oregano, or with olives, anchovies or tuna. WINES Puglia is one of the most important wine regions of Italy and has a very high production. The best known wines are the Castel del Monte (red and rosé) and Salice Salentino. Primitivo di Mandria Aleatico di Puglia (dolce naturale) Castel del Monte Leveranno Gioia del Colle Moscato di Trani Rosso Barletta Ostuni Bianco In Puglia, there are many wineries where you can enjoy the many types of wines. Featured by CharmingPuglia.com http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en tel: +39 070 513 489 fax: +39 070 554 964 e-mail: [email protected]

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INFORMATION Looking forward and interested coming to Puglia, spend some beautiful and unforgettable holidays on this part of Italy? Book here and now with http://www.charmingpuglia.com/en, your online specialist for luxury holidays in Puglia. We are pleased to give you more information or further particulars, kindly contact us on [email protected] The general office opening hours are from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 6 pm.

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