Puglia can be anything you want it to be. From the north to the south, Italy’s longest region has unparalleled beauty throughout, with one incredible place following another. From Polignano a Mare to Ostuni, from Gallipoli to Otranto in Salento, you can discover the charming towns circled by a crystal-clear sea and sandy beaches. Explore the Valle d’Itria where Alberobello’s white trulli stand out from the green olive groves. The majestic Baroque architecture in Lecce, and the cathedral by the sea in Trani will leave you breathless. And if it’s good food you’re looking for, there’s so much to choose from including traditional dishes such as home-made bombette and orecchiette or seafood meals on picturesque pontoons in Gargano. Discover what Puglia means!
Do you want to know the very best of Puglia? It’s clear you will only find charm and beauty! Choose between exploring north Puglia with the Gargano National Park full of gems such as Monte Sant’Angelo, and seaside vistas as found in Vieste. Or visit the central region if you want to lose yourself in the incredible white towns of the Valle d’Itria, tasting the typical frisella accompanied by caciocavallo cheese and mozzarella. Finally, there’s southern Puglia with its coast dotted with unique treasures such as Ostuni and Santa Maria di Leuca, staying in splendid stone masserie with a glass of Primitivo in hand whilst gazing out over the sunset.
A trip to Puglia is an experience for all your senses. You can swim in azure waters, but you can also throw yourself into a different kind of sea; that of Puglian flavours, which includes incredible ingredients, fresh fish, and famous products such as capocollo di Martina Franca and Altamura bread. And don’t forget the wine, an unmissable partner to every meal! A suggestion? Try a Puglian classic, orecchiette con le cime di rapawith a glass of Susumaniello Rosato, a native Puglian grape. Your tastebuds will thank you!
You can follow these suggestions to the letter, or not. You can’t go wrong because Puglia offers so much that lets you know the area from so many different points of view.
On a boat tour you’ll see spectacular bays and coves, imposing sea stacks and also cliffs that hide caves and grottos, as well as tunnels created by water erosion over time. There’s an embarrassment of choice of incredible places to see between Vesta a Polignano and the Salento coast.
Explore the Valle di Trulli on bicycles, pedaling along tracks marked out by centuries-old drystone walls seeing trulli and masserie. Or go on a trip on a vespa and visit some of the most famous towns like Monopoli and Alberbello.
Immerse yourself in the regional gastronomy. You’ll find characteristic restaurants that make bombette, octopus sandwiches, and incredible traditional dishes. There are also Michelin starred restaurants that add a touch of modernity to Puglia’s already incredible food history.
Puglia is an area that’s rich in history and you’ll be taken on a journey throughout time when visiting the area: prehistoric dolmen and Salento’s menhir, the Canne della Battaglia Roman archeological ruins, as well as Byzantine Puglia and also Kind Ferderic’s
Puglia is an incredible combination of history, art, and nature. Many ancient civilizations have come through this region, including the ancient Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Normans, Swabians and Angevins. Each civilization left their own priceless trace. Discover all the important historical and cultural sights that Puglia holds: menhir, stone churches, Medieval castles, Baroque and Romanesque cathedrals, aristocratic palaces, charming towns, masserie, and enchanting farmhouses.
Discover moreJust a few, but what a few! Puglia’s islands are little spots of heaven. The beaches are similar to tropical paradises, the sea is so blue there’s nowhere more beautiful. The islands off Puglia are well worth a visit.
Discover morePuglia is full of extraordinary corners of paradise, with charming landscapes that you’ll never want to stop enjoying. The coastline – along both the Ionic and Adriatic coasts – is well looked after thanks to the many marine reserves and protected areas. Explore these rural areas on foot or on bike, between sand dunes with Mediterranean vegetation, and ancient olive trees. The sea with its colourful seabed is waiting for you!
Discover moreYou’ll find the most beautiful beaches in Puglia here. Puglia is a real paradise for anyone who wants to bask in the sun, or for travellers who love unspoilt nature. The beaches in Puglia offer incredibly beautiful landscapes, including fine sandy bays, and pebbly coves, as well as imposing white cliffs and lush Mediterranean vegetation. Fall in love with these incredible beaches during an unforgettable holiday.
Discover moreHere are four curiosities about Puglia that show the very essence of this land.
Rocky coastlines, white cliffs and sea stacks lead to white sandy beaches and charming pebbly bays set amongst Mediterranean bush scrub or magnificent pine forests. Every beach is touched by beautifully blue water that’s impossible to resist.
With a length of almost 400 km, a road trip through Puglia can take almost four hours from the top to bottom. The southernmost point is Santa Marisa di Leuca with its lighthouse, where the Adriatic and the Ionian seas meet.
Foggiano, Barese, Tarantino and Salentino (which has three more in itself: Brindisino, Leccese and Gallipolino). There are a total of seven dialects in Puglia, each one different from the others and often being used with only a few kilometres of distance between them.
Puglia has a culture of food that goes back centuries, as is demonstrated by the names of certain dishes that are still described in dialect: gnumariedd, cialledda, scagliozzi, purcidduzzi. You have two options when you have a menu in front of you: ask for an explanation, or try everything with closed eyes!
Here’s a list of events that punctuate Puglia’s calendar throughout the year, including foodie festivals, religious processions, and cultural events. Whatever season you visit, you can add something special to your holiday in Puglia by taking part in a local event that will let you experience the real essence of Puglia, learning about its traditions.
Discover moreHere are a few suggestions about the places to visit and the activities to take part in according to the type of holiday you want. You’ll be able to enjoy the very best that Puglia has to offer! A great mix of adventure, relaxation, culture, and gastronomy. All of it top class!
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