Land of the Trulli

Discover the history, traditions and unique flavors of the land to the south east of Bari From the portual city of Monopoli, with its castle and city walls on the sea, there are spectacular and enchanting Castellana Caves, karstic complex that you can visit in a guided tour of 3 km among multicolor stalatthytis and stalagmythis, caves and formations with mythologic names until you reach the "White Cave", the most beautiful cave on the planet.

Conversano will fascinate your spirits with its legend related to the famous and dreadful Earl Giangirolamo, and will conquer your heart with its castle, siege of a strong and powerful county, its churches, its palaces and alleys; Polignano a mare will offer a breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable evening with its historic centre "on the sea", the wonderful Palazzese cave, the balconies and the nice nightlife ambiance.

One can visit the archaeologic site of Egnazia, with its acropolys, its necropolis, the ancient Trajan Way remainings, and also go through the 400 meters high "Selva di Fasano", overlooking panoramic scenery made by trulli, fields and beaches. And from Locorotondo, named this way because of its white houses arranged in concentric circles, you will finally reach the heart of the "Land of Trulli", Alberobello. Its historic centre, unique for its typical houses called "Trulli", part of UNESCO heritage, will frame out the end of this great experience to tell and relive.

Interested in a tour?  Contact  http://www.discoverypuglia.com/en/tour-offer/theme-tours/south-east-of-bari

Noblesse Oblige - Apulian Castles

Dreaming of a kingly experience? Discover the most fascinating castles of Puglia!

Let the mystery of Castel del Monte unfold, summer residence of Frederick II of Swabia and today part of the UNESCO heritage, built according to astrological calculations that have not been unveiled yet.  The wonderful area of Barletta, known for the Disfida, battle between French and Italians in 1503, for its cathedral and its majestic castle wait for discovery.  Through Bisceglie, one can go south to the castle and the old city of the Apulian capital Bari, well known for its St Nicholas, worshipped by Catholics and Ortodox. Then the infamous earl of Conversano will capture your attention with his legends whilst in Monopoli one can walk between the castle and the sea.

Part of the Apulian experience, one can also enjoy the area around Brindisi with the fortress of Carovigno and a visit to the Messapian centre of Mesagne, the fairy tale city of Oria, and the massive castle of Massafra will complete your appetite to be king of your holiday!

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The Secret Pearls Of Lecce, Apulia

The elegant seduction of Lecce's baroque will make you live a crescendo of emotions in a fabulous long weekend.

Take a brief stop in Conversano, where the nuns of the Crucified keep the little gem of the Church of Saints Cosmas and Damian, stroll through the streets of Martina Franca, which will frame the evening. Enjoy a pleasant walk in Massafra which, with its clock tower, the Sanctuary of the Madonna della Scala and the Monastery of St. Benedict, will prelude the apex of your trip: Lecce.

The extreme adaptability of that particular stone, used to decorate those monuments, allowed architects and artists to build these unique masterpieces: the Basilica of Santa Croce, the church of S. Irene, the Duomo, Piazza Sant'Oronzo and patrician houses of the city will be the setting for an enjoyable day of beauty and artistic culture.

Admire Corigliano d'Otranto, with its noble palaces, Melpignano, home of the famous Night of Taranta, Galatina with its Mother Church, superb example of Baroque art, and finally the beautiful Nardo', rich in baroque examples including baroque Piazza Salandra, the city palace and the church of San Domenico, a worthy completion of this journey into the fascinating subtleties of Lecce's Baroque.

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