Itineraries...
Ostuni-Carovigno-Riserva naturale di Torre Guaceto-Lecce-Alberobello-Polignano a mare
Ostuni
Known as "the White City", Ostuni is a truly pretty village that stands on three hills in the land of Salento. Located right on the south-eastern slopes of the Murgia, Ostuni
is famous for its historic center characterized by white lime buildings and houses.
Carovigno
Carovigno is a village with an ancient history, where the winding alleys of the historic center wind up to the ancient 13th century walls which at the time protected the ancient acropolis.
The most important monument in the city is certainly the Dentice di Frasso Castle, positioned on the highest point of the town and with its triangular plan.
Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve
Spearhead of the Italian natural heritage, and more specifically of the Puglia region, Torre Guaceto is a particularly special park made up of a marine and a terrestrial reserve. The
WWF oasis is included in the Marine Nature Reserve and recognized as a Special Conservation Area and Special Protection Area. Located in the municipalities of Carovigno and Brindisi, it extends for 1,800 hectares, along one
of the most preserved and representative stretches of coast on the Adriatic coast, with marshes and dunes up to 10 meters high and a Saracen tower that tells the story of this area. The sea turtle recovery center is active.
Lecce
Lecce is famous for its baroque art, it is no coincidence that it has been named the "Lady of the Baroque". The city, in fact, is a riot of art, historical and religious buildings,
such as the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Piazza del Duomo with the bell tower and the Bishop's Palace.
Alberobello
Unesco heritage city for the famous "Trulli" inevitably stand out thanks to their white walls and conical-shaped roofs decorated with symbolic motifs, such as the moon, the
sun and the cross. Famous throughout the world for their uniqueness, these buildings are an example of local popular architecture.
Polignano a mare
Its sea caves are of notable naturalistic interest and the historic center and the remains of Roman domination are historically important. Among the latter is the Via Traiana bridge,
still passable, which crosses Lama Monachile, the deep inlet immediately north of the historic centre. Famous for being the birthplace of Domenico Modugno.