Category: Villages & Towns

Welcome to Monopoli, the charming coastal town located in the heart of Italy’s stunning Puglia region! If you’re a beach-lover seeking sun, sand and endless blue horizons – you’ve arrived at the right place. Monopoli is a must-see spot along the Adriatic Sea, renowned for its breathtaking beaches that will leave you spellbound. Picture yourself…

Matera, an alluring city in the southern region of Italy, holds the distinction of being one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited settlements. Its origins trace back 9,000 years, making it a testament to civilization’s enduring history. Perched atop a rugged landscape characterized by honey-hued limestone cliffs, Matera’s unique urban layout has earned it UNESCO…

Nestled in the sun-kissed heel of Italy’s boot, Lecce is a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered. With its fascinating history, spectacular architecture and warm Mediterranean charm – this beautiful city is a destination that promises to captivate your senses and leave you spellbound. In this travel guide, we take a look at the…

Welcome, fellow epicures, to the captivating region of Apulia where delicious culinary delights wait around every corner. This beautiful area of southern Italy, nestled in the “heel” of the famous “boot”, is a true paradise for foodies. Boasting a rich agricultural heritage, sun-kissed landscapes and a vibrant gastronomy deeply rooted in simplicity, Apulia offers an…

Pugliese villages don’t get any more charming than Locorotondo. Home to 14,000 inhabitants, and perched on top of a hill overlooking the Itria Valley, Locorotondo combines a small town feel with a spectacular surrounding landscape. As you approach it for the first time, the white-washed buildings of the Centro Storico and the nearby verdant olive groves take…

No other town in Puglia quite compares to Alberobello. This once hidden gem of Italy is now world famous for its trulli houses – whitewashed dry stone huts with cone-shaped roofs that are often adorned with religious symbols. The trulli of Alberobello were constructed out of the limestone boulders found in the neighboring fields and…

Otranto is the easternmost town in Italy, situated on the spectacular Adriatic coast deep in the Puglia region. Due to its distant location down the Salento peninsula (the “heel” of the Italian boot), not many travelers ever venture this far when exploring Southern Italy. This is such a shame because the town has some exceptional…

Nestled in the southern region of Puglia (Italy) lies the beautiful Valle D’Itria, known as the Itria Valley in English. Set on a high fertile plain, the valley runs from Putignano in the north all the way to Ostuni in the south. Blessed with stunning white-washed villages, picturesque rolling hills, and fantastic food and wine…

Bari is the second largest city in southern Italy, making it a fantastic base to discover the gems of the Puglia region. This stunning coastal destination is situated on the Adriatic Sea, boasting crystal-clear waters and a rich cultural heritage. Its history dates back to the 4th century BC when it was founded by the…