Regions of Italy. Region Apulia

Apulia is the easternmost region of Italy, washed by the Adriatic and Ionian seas. Puglia also boasts the longest coastline of any continental region. The region's land borders lie near the Fortore and Brandano rivers.

The terrain of Apulia is predominantly flat: mountains occupy only 1.5% of the territory.

Story

Since ancient times, Apulia was considered the granary of Ancient Rome. Good meadows, fertile lands, woolen products - this is what this region is famous for. According to legend, the local inhabitants of the area were Messapians and Apulians. These tribes - settlers from the north of the Adriatic - appeared on the territory of Apulia in the 11th-10th centuries BC. Later, Davni appeared here, hence the poetic name of Apulia - Davnia. According to the Romans, local residents are distinguished by superstition and hospitality. The largest river in Apulia is the Aufide. During the Second Punic War, the Apulians went over to the side of Hannibal, who defeated the Romans at Cannae. During the reign of Diocleatinus, Apulia was transformed into a province.

Climate and demographics

Apulia has a Mediterranean climate. The average temperature in winter is 6 – 16 degrees Celsius, and in summer – 28 – 33 degrees.

According to 2011 data, 4,091,259 people live in Apulia.

How to get to Puglia?

There are 2 international airports in Puglia - Bari and Brindisi. However, not one of them accepts flights from Russia. Despite this, you can easily fly here by making a transfer in Rome or Milan. It is worth noting that sometimes “in high season” charter flights from Russia are launched to Bari airport.

You can also travel to Puglia by train. The journey from Rome to Bari will take you no more than two hours, and the ticket will cost about 40 euros.

Resorts of Puglia

Since Puglia is a coastal region, there are many resorts located here. The three most popular look like this:

• The town of Vestier is popular with tourists due to its picturesque views.
• In the province of Lecce is the resort of Marina di Andrano. The area is very beautiful, however, due to its rocky terrain, it is not at all suitable for families with small children.
• The resort town of Galliano del Capo is known throughout the area for its clean beaches and velvet sea. It is here that sailing competitions are held annually.

What to see in Puglia?

The attractions of Puglia are located mostly in the major cities of the region.

• If we talk about Bari, then you should definitely visit the historical city center. The Romanesque Basilica of St. Nicholas, the Church of St. George, the Gothic Cathedral of St. Sabino, Fort St. Anthony, now the Museum of Modern Art - this is not a complete list of what can be seen here.
• One of the greatest wonders of all of Italy is Matera. Despite the fact that it is located in a neighboring region, mainly tourists from Puglia come to see it. Read more about the unique Matera.
• Also be sure to visit the Castellana cave system, which is located in the small town of Castellana Grotte, in the province of Bari.

What to try in Puglia?

The cuisine of Puglia for Russian tourists at first seems quite strange, however, after trying the dishes, almost everyone is always delighted.

• In Puglia they prepare their own type of pasta called orecchiette; people often simply say “ears”. The signature dish of the region is orecchiette with turnip tops.
• Another favorite dish of the Apulians is fava bean and chicory puree. It sounds quite strange, but it is actually very tasty.
• Another traditional dish in Puglia is octopus baked in a pot with potatoes.

What to bring from Puglia?

Most often, tourists bring gastronomic souvenirs from Puglia. This is primarily turnip sauce, orecchiette pasta, Lampagioni pickled onions, and Vinkotto wine-based sauce.

Puglia is the eastern part of Italy, it is located on the so-called “heel” of Italy. Since this region has the longest coastline in Italy, about eight hundred kilometers, here you can thoroughly enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches, clear sea and incredible landscapes. “Heel” is washed by two seas - the Adriatic and Ionian and includes six excellent provinces, each of which is known for its attractions and beautiful views. Don't know what to see in Puglia? Especially for you, we have compiled a rating of popular places in this region, which includes the most interesting sights of Puglia.

What to see first in Puglia

The most visited place by tourists in Puglia is the capital Bari. There are several architectural monuments here that are definitely worth a visit. For example, Bari Castle, built back in one thousand one hundred and thirty-two. Since the castle was worked on over several centuries, it combines several styles. During its existence, the majestic and powerful building managed to act as a defender from enemies, a prison with barracks, and at the moment a historical museum, as well as a venue for various exhibitions and all kinds of cultural events.

Bari Castle in the capital of Bari in Puglia Palickap

Basilica of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker

The main attraction of Puglia in Italy, the capital of this region of Bari, for which tourists come there from all over the world, is the Basilica of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker. Here, starting from the year one thousand one hundred and ninety-seven, his relics are located. Saint Nicholas is one of the most famous saints. This applies to both Catholicism and Orthodoxy. He is the prototype of the beloved and well-known Father Frost or Santa Claus. Being young, he helped poor people in every possible way, and then in the city of Mira he was recognized as a Christian bishop, where his life ended in three hundred and forty-three. The basilica looks very beautiful and majestic. The ancient building is somewhat similar to a medieval citadel. Inside there is not only the tomb of the miracle worker, but also the tomb of Bona Sforza, the famous Polish queen born in these places, and the throne of Bishop Elijah. The Lviv Portal looks majestic. It’s worth coming to Bari just for this miraculous and unique place.

Tomb of Queen of Poland Bona Sforza Porcullus

There is a Cathedral in the city called San Sabino, where the relics of Bishop Savin are located. The remains ended up in Bari in the ninth century. The modern building of the Cathedral makes an indelible impression. It was built between the end of the twelfth and the end of the thirteenth centuries. Previously, the Cathedral of the Byzantine Empire was located on this site; you can even see its remaining traces. During the reconstruction, the saint's relics were located in the Basilica of St. Nicholas. The cathedral building itself is made in the Apulian-Romanesque style. The church has a very austere interior decoration; perhaps only the emporas, the so-called tribunes, stand out.

Cathedral of San Sabino in Bari Berthold Werner

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City of Alberobello

The visiting card of Puglia is undoubtedly the city of Alberobello, located in the very south of Italy. Translated, the name means “tree” and “war”. The fact is that for a long time entire oak groves were located here. Trees were actively used to build reliable and powerful military mechanisms. This city is definitely worth a visit; here you can not only lie on the Adriatic coast, but also provide yourself with vivid impressions.

Trulla houses in the town of Alberobello in Puglia Mona Varga

The “trulla” houses, which are not found anywhere else in the world, brought incredible fame to the city. For their uniqueness, they were included in the UNESCO cultural heritage list in nineteen ninety-six. Externally, they are cylindrical white stone structures with a cone-shaped roof. They are constructed using the dry masonry method. The peculiarity of such houses is that by removing one stone from the base of the roof, it was possible to completely destroy the entire settlement. At the end of the seventeenth century, one count decided to evade paying taxes, so it was decided to build houses that could be quickly and easily destroyed. Such houses have fairly thick walls, which makes it easy to withstand the heat. The light source is the only entrance hole. Everyone can see this landmark of Puglia in Italy.

Lighthouse of Santa Maria di Leuca in the town of Santa Maria di Leuca Mentnafunangann

City of Santa Maria di Leuca

For those who love nature and incredible landscapes, you need to get to the delightful city of Santa Maria di Leuca. It is the junction point of two seas - the Adriatic and Ionian. The name of the city itself translates as “white”, since in this place this color dominates everywhere. The tourist port in this town is one of the largest. The coast has rocky and sandy areas. It is interesting that stone pavilions that served for women are still preserved here. So, while swimming, they were closed from men. The coast is interesting with its mysterious and incredibly beautiful grottoes, which can be reached by fishing boats. Lovers of legends and connoisseurs of beauty should definitely visit these places. Here on the cape is the lighthouse of Santa Maria di Leuca, opened back in one thousand eight hundred and sixty-six. The height is about forty-eight meters above the ground and one hundred and two meters above sea level. On the coast there are beautiful old villas, built at the end of the nineteenth century specifically for the relaxation of the rich. Also in the city you can visit the church of Santa Maria de Finibus Terre, the Tricase forest and much more.

White Grotto - Castellana karst cave in Puglia ReMagio

The Castellana karst cave is one of the most majestic. In fact, the cave is a real underground labyrinth. Located one kilometer from the town of Castellana Grotte. The entrance to the cave itself is a sixty-meter long tunnel. The entire length of this complex is about three kilometers. Karst caves amaze with the large number of stalactites and stalagmites formed over three million years. You can walk through the entire system in two hours, during which time you can thoroughly enjoy the stunning views. The Castellana Cave is one of the most beautiful on the entire planet. Inside is a bust of Franco Anelli, the man who discovered and explored the stunning complex.

Medieval castle of Castel del Monte in Puglia Verity Cridland

Sights of Puglia: what else to visit while in Puglia

Puglia is home to one of the most mysterious and beautiful medieval castles in the whole world - Castel del Monte. Translated, its name means “castle on the mountain”, since it is located on a hill five hundred and forty meters high. The place is very beautiful, there is lush vegetation and water all around. Unfortunately, very little is known about the history of this structure. It is known that the building took ten years to construct. As legends say, it was used as a hunting lodge, a prison, and a refuge during the plague. The building itself has a unique design - the shape of a regular octagon. An octagonal tower was erected at each corner. Inside there is a courtyard of a similar shape. The building is two-story, each with eight rooms. For a long time the castle was abandoned. Only in the twentieth century did restoration begin, and in 1996 it was included in the World Heritage List.

The ideal resorts for a family holiday in Puglia are undoubtedly:

• Marina di Andrano, located in the province of Lecce. There are incredible rocky bays, pristine beaches;

Beach of Torre del Orso in the province of Lecce in Puglia Freddyballo

• Gallipoli, and more specifically the snow-white beach of Lido San Giovanni, just two kilometers from the town of Foggia. The sea here is very calm;

Gallipoli beach in Puglia in Southern Italy Nikater

• Margherita di Savoia, famous not only for its beautiful and cozy beaches, but also for its healing thermal baths.

Margherita di Savoia beach in Puglia Deblu68

These are just a few of the attractions of beautiful Puglia. The whole family can explore the delightful provinces. Majestic cathedrals, stunning capes, karst caves, beaches, bays, cuisine - this is not all that this region has in store for its tourists. Read also about and get inspired for your further journey through Italy.

The Cathedral of Otranto was built on the site of an early Christian church in an ancient Roman village. Such a concentration of various cultural and religious traditions could not fail to leave a mark on further buildings of the city.

The harmonious combination of various architectural styles of the cathedral, the unique mosaic floor made of multi-colored smalt, richly decorated wooden ceilings bear the features of both Byzantine and early Christian, Romanesque styles. The main nave of the cathedral is framed by granite columns topped with capitals. Through flights of stairs you can get to the crypt, inside of which there are also numerous columns made of different types of marble.

Restaurant Grotta Palazzese

In the small old town of Polignano, the sea has created numerous grottoes in the limestone cliffs directly below the houses. In the largest of these grottoes, back in 1700, the Duke de Leto held lavish receptions for his guests. Today this grotto houses the wonderful Grotta Palazzese restaurant.

The decorators kept the ceiling and walls of the cave in their original form, creating an atmosphere of adventure and sea romance. From the terrace of the restaurant, located at an altitude of twenty-five meters, a magical view of the blue waves of the Adriatic Sea opens. The restaurant offers its guests classic Mediterranean cuisine with a noticeable emphasis on seafood. Try Thai squid or grilled shrimp.

The restaurant belongs to the hotel of the same name, located on the cliff above the restaurant.

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Castellana Grottoes

The Castellana Grottoes are the most famous speleological complex in Italy. The entrance to the first cave, 60 meters deep, popularly called “The Abyss” (in Italian “la grava”), is a hole in the ground.

In ancient times, the local population believed that the gates of hell were located here. But in fact, these fears were easy to explain. Sometimes lost animals fell into the abyss from a cliff and died at the bottom. Naturally, a sharp unpleasant smell appeared, spreading everywhere and being noticeable even at the entrance to the cave. The peasants saw a mystical meaning in this, being sure that they felt the stench of the devil.

The caves were first explored by speleologist Franco Anelli, who descended here in 1938. He discovered huge stalagmites at the bottom of the cave. They were called "cyclops" because of their bizarre shape. Next, an entrance opened into a long underground corridor, in which grottoes of incredible beauty were discovered. Stalactites and stagmites grow everywhere in the grottoes, forming a luxurious landscape with bizarre natural sculptures made of crystals.

Nature has been working on these magnificent caves for about 35 million years. Now the beginning of the cave is flooded by the Negro River, along which you can float and view its surroundings. Waterfalls, meeting light and shadow, enchant and fascinate. The atmosphere is truly mysterious and even mystical: groups of stalactites and stalagmites accumulate into figures, which are even given names. It is difficult to imagine how much time and effort nature needs to create such miracles.

Del Angelo di Pertosa has not been destroyed by a single earthquake, which means that the tunnels are much safer than the streets, and our ancestors knew this. Even the ancient Greeks and Romans performed their rituals and sacred actions underground. Documents say that the caves were used as a dwelling and as a church (in the 12th century).

The Caves of del Angelo di Pertosa in Puglia are a unique natural and archaeological site that annually attracts thousands of tourists.

Sanctuary of the Virgin Mary in Loreto

The Sanctuary of the Virgin Mary, or Holy House, is one of the greatest Catholic shrines, located in the Italian region of Marche.

According to legend, in the 3rd century, the mother of the Roman Emperor Constantine I, Helen, traveling around Nazareth, found the house in which the Virgin Mary was raised and where the Annunciation took place. This is a small building, only 850 cm long, 380 cm wide and 410 cm high. She ordered a church to be built over this house.

However, in the 13th century, during the battles of the Crusaders and Saracens, the church was destroyed, and the fate of the Holy House began to raise concerns. Legend says that the angels took the house and moved it to Dalmatia. And then, no less mysteriously, he ended up in Loreto. There, a basilica was erected around it, and the Holy House became one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in Catholic Europe. Rene Descartes and Benedict XIV came to him as pilgrims.

Today, the ensemble, which includes the Holy House and the Basilica, are not only religious shrines, but also valuable architectural monuments.

Bari embankment" new city

The new city was built in the 30s of the 20th century, its embankment built in the style of constructivism, reminiscent of the works of Corbusier and Soviet architects of the 30s.

Basilica del Santo Sepolcro

Next to the Colossus of Barletta is the 12th-century Romanesque Basilica of San Sepolcro, with distinct features of oriental architecture. Moreover, its facade is made in the Baroque style.

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The ancient town of Bisceglie

Bisceglie is one of the small towns in a series of similar ones on the Adriatic coast. It was founded around the 11th century and, like other port towns, was one of the trading centers of the Middle Ages. Ancient sights that have survived to this day are silent witnesses to Bisceglie's active past.

The church of St. Margaret of the 12th century, Norman castle, Abbey of St. Adonius of the 11th century, St. Peter in the Romanesque style of the 11th-13th centuries, which was recently restored. All buildings have undergone many changes over the centuries, but nevertheless retained their original features. The coast, made up of limestone, is eroded by grottoes and caves, which can also be explored.

Of particular interest are the dolmens preserved from ancient times, which confirm the existence of settlements here in the most ancient times. The most famous of them is the Kianka dolmen, which dates back to the 14-16 centuries BC.

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The cleanest beaches on the shores of the Adriatic Sea, marked with the highest sign in the form of a blue flag, red earth with contrasting crowns of olive trees, cozy churches and touching veneration of the Madonna, polished pavements and the interweaving of cultures of ancient civilizations, amazingly responsive locals who lovingly maintain order on the coast, and housewives who earn extra money cooking right in front of tourists. All this is the region of Puglia, the easternmost of all the regions of Italy. Those who were lucky enough to visit here remember this slightly authentic corner of the Apennine Peninsula with great warmth. On the map it looks like the heel and heel of an elegant Italian boot with a spur.

The administrative center of the Puglia region is located in Bari, a port city with a long and complex but interesting history. Back in the days of the Roman Empire, land roads, sea routes and pilgrim paths crossed here. Until now, the capital of Apulia is a strategically important settlement in southern Italy.

• Among the regions of Italy, Apulia is considered the leader in wine production. The region produces about 40% of olive oil.
• In the Grotta del Cavallo cave, located in the province of Lecce, two human teeth were found, whose age is 43-45 thousand years.
• Bari has the longest seaside promenade in Italy.
• The relics of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, revered in Orthodoxy, the patron saint of Bari, were secretly taken to Apulia from Byzantium and placed in the crypt of the Catholic Basilica of St. Nicholas.
• The city of Lecce is called the Florence of the south.
• The most famous castle of the Middle Ages is located in the province of Bari. This is Castel del Monte, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• In Italian, Puglia sounds like Puglia.
• The end point of the Appian Way, stretching from Rome to the south, was the seaport of Brundisium (today Brindisi). Its construction was completed in the second half of the 2nd century. BC, and the end of the path was marked by two marble columns.
• The Apulian Aqueduct was built only at the beginning of the 20th century. Before this, the region suffered from droughts due to the small number of natural fresh water reservoirs.
• The founder of the school of Italian sculpture, Niccolo Pisano (13th century), and the famous opera singer Farinelli (18th century), who underwent castration at an early age in order to preserve a high timbre of his voice, were born in Apulia.

Cities of Puglia

A little history

Archaeological finds indicate that homo sapiens lived on the territory of modern Apulia back in Paleolithic times. It is assumed that the ancient Greeks appeared in the southeast of the Apennine Peninsula around the 8th century BC. They constantly fought with the aborigines - the Messapians, Davani and Apulians, who gave the region its current name. The battles either subsided or flared up with renewed vigor. And this lasted until at the turn of the 4th-3rd centuries. BC. The Romans did not intervene in the situation.

Apulia after the fall of the western part of the Roman Empire (5th century) was plundered. The Goths and the Byzantines visited here, as well as the Lombards and the Saracens. The heyday came only in the 11th century with the arrival of the Normans to these fertile lands, who again organized trade flows between Europe and the East and included the “boot” in the Kingdom of Sicily. But the suffering of the Apulians did not end there. Spanish rule in the 15th and 16th centuries again brought the region into crisis. Interestingly, despite this confusion, in some parts of Apulia the Greek language continued to exist.

The region joined the united Italy in 1861. A little later, the boundaries of the Apulia region were determined. At first it included three provinces - Bari, Lecce and Foggia. In the 20th century, Brindisi and Taranto were distinguished. The most recent one, Barletta-Andria-Trani, appeared in 2004.

Sights of Puglia

The region is famous for the pristine beauty of its natural reserves and parks. Here you can see ancient burials - dolmens and mysterious stone obelisks - menhirs, get acquainted with architectural masterpieces of different eras and priceless works of art. In Puglia, tourists enjoy visiting cathedrals and medieval castles, farms and museum towns, karst caves and grottoes. Travelers' attention is attracted by ancient villages, monuments, castles and much more.

When to go to Puglia

Puglia weather

The region is characterized by low rainfall, mild winters and hot summers with low humidity levels. Sometimes the Mediterranean climate gives rise to surprise - it can snow here! As for the temperature, in summer it rises to 28-33 degrees, and in winter it remains between 6-15 degrees Celsius. In Puglia there are no natural barriers in the form of massive mountain ranges, and therefore the weather is quite often windy. Rain is a fairly rare occurrence. As a rule, they come in late autumn and winter.

Beaches with golden sands and crystal waters await guests from late spring to late autumn. Most of them fly blue flags, leaving no doubt about the cleanliness of the Puglia coastal area and the highest level of service. Sunbathing here can be combined with boat trips to remote bays and caves, fishing and active recreation surrounded by pristine nature.

Throughout the year, travelers will find historical monuments and cities of art, museums and castles, basilicas and world heritage sites, the most famous of which are the trulli in Alberobello - funny houses with conical roofs. The colorful villages of Puglia await guests at any time of the year. You can time your arrival for one of the traditional holidays. Each of them is accompanied by colorful rituals or theatrical tournaments.

In order to taste local cuisine, sweet delicacies, fish, Negroamaro, Aleatico and Primitivo wine, unsurpassed burrata cheese, Altamura and Laterza bread - you don’t need to choose a special time. Apulians are always ready to offer tourists the most delicious menu!

Apulia on the map of Italy

The hilly and flat terrain of Apulia is located along the sea coasts of the Adriatic and Ionian seas. The length of the coastline is almost 860 km, which is the highest among mainland Italian regions. At the same time, only about 2% of the territory is mountainous, which defines the area as the least elevated. The highest peak belongs to Monte Cornacchia. Its elevation above sea level reaches 1152 meters.

Puglia borders areas such as Basilicata, Campania and Molise. The region unites six provinces. But its territory has another division, including seven historical and geographical zones. Their borders do not coincide with the borders of modern provinces.

How to get to Puglia

9 km north of Bari is the international airport Karol Wojtyła, named after Pope John Paul II. Airplanes flying to/from most European countries, as well as Egypt, Latvia, and Turkey land here. Puglia Airport also serves local airlines. The slightly smaller Papola Casale International Airport is located in Brindisi, 35 km from Lecce.

Puglia is connected by road and rail with other regions of the country. In port cities, maritime passenger traffic is no less developed.

If someone tells you that (Puglia) is comparable in beauty to Tuscany, and the city Lecce(Lecce) this is southern Florence: kill the one who says this, and fry his liver with thyme and rosemary and eat it, because it is a lie, f... and provocation.

Terre di Puglia, Puglia is a part of Italy, which is located in the southeast of the Apennine Peninsula, popularly called the “Italian boot” and there is a necessary part of it - a heel with a spur.
According to Wikipedia, this region of Italy ranks first in winemaking and olive oil production.

I readily believe this: the vineyards and olive plantings in the region are constantly an eyesore.
But nevertheless, on the roads of Puglia you will not find tasty and welcome signs Vino Testing, Oil Vende.
These places are hidden from prying eyes, the eyes of tourists, and therefore one has to be content with visiting wine shops in villages and small towns.

The landscapes here are sad and dull: a plain planted with cultivated plantings of trees or shrubs.
The plain is plowed and planted with wheat.
The plain is cut by low fences made of stacked stones, as well as some ruins of the same cobblestones.

Small towns and villages here are dull and sad: identical boxes with flat roofs, made of foam concrete and plastered in pastel colors.
The streets are rectangular and in general the whole thing is very reminiscent of some Kolpino or Kapotnya with standard houses cut down to the second floor.

People here speak Italian, but they understand few jokes and make contact.
The proximity to Albania, it seems to me, has influenced this part of Italy, so that I suspect a potential Albanian in every resident of Puglia I meet.

The food here is not interesting at all. Moreover, I want to say that in this area of ​​​​Italy the Italians became Albanians and forgot how to cook.
Local gastronomic specialties are based on breads: these are bagels and pasta with huge holes into which you can stick... your fingers, as well as pasta reminiscent of our “ears”.

Apparently all the fish were caught, since in restaurants local fish costs from 70 euros per kilo, the octopuses here are prepared in such a way that it is better to immediately throw them into the handbag hanging behind the next chair. Puréed peas plus stewed greens reminiscent of roadside weeds – these are all gastronomic specialties of Puglia.

What kind of seafood is more or less represented: clams and mussels, the fishing for which is established and there is even a small flotilla of ships that deliver fresh food to restaurants.

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Primitivo wine is the most famous and I can say that I like it.
At least I like something about Puglia. Any red. Take it and drink it - you can’t go wrong: in terms of richness and softness, it reminds me of my recent experience in Georgia with Kinzmarauli.
The color is dark ruby, it is easy to drink and goes well with cheeses and soft cottage cheese, which is also produced here.
White Chardonnay is more noble than classic Chardonnay, which I’m simply afraid to drink because of the floral and fruity aftertaste (for example, in Australia, Chardonnay can only be used for the production of moonshine).

An interesting serving of wine in Puglia: here, when asked for a liter of “casa wine”, a bottle is placed on the table.
Well, I didn’t find homemade wine here in jugs, but we already have a set dose for dinner - 1 liter.
You have to take 2 bottles and take the unfinished one with you.

What else can I add about Puglia?

Probably worth writing about beaches in this region since the local coastline is the longest of all regions of Italy.
As you yourself probably know: quantity (in this case length) does not always translate into quality.
I can say that the sandy beaches I have seen are something of a waste, which of course will be removed with a rake for the season and a price tag will be set for a sunbed and umbrella per day.
In the first two days there was bad weather in this region: it rained and stormed, and therefore I could not and will not be able to convey a correct review of the beaches and the sea, but you can see what I saw in the photo below

The water is icy. At night the wind is +12 during the day - in general, in May it is quiet and deserted here - the beach hotels are closed, and who would even think of staying in a beach hotel in Puglia at the end of May (although I swam on the Amalfi coast of Italy on the May holidays)

But if you are still planning to come to these parts to relax by the sea, I would advise...
I won't recommend anything.

A little about the cities?
Not much at all, since I avoid cities - they make me sad and I can only use them as a place for shopping ( about shopping in Bari I wrote in a separate article:) or an emergency overnight stay when all restaurants in rural areas are closed.

In the historical center Bari It’s nice to take a walk late in the evening - when the buses have already taken away the Korean tourists, and the Albanians have gone to work in their parts of this port city. Narrow streets through which it is pleasant to wander and even, dare I say it, to inhale the scent of laundry perfume that is dried according to the ancient Albanian tradition - under a film from dust, or rather from rain.

Trulli(trulli) in Alberobello- these are traditional dwellings that were built not by trolls, but by completely law-abiding Italians.
These dwellings have a clear and recognizable conical roof as well as walls made of uneven cobblestones.
The walls are thick, whitewashed on the outside - so in summer these dwellings are cool. But in the cold season, you will need good heating to warm such a pencil.

Why am I writing about this so confidently?
Yes, because yesterday we lived in such a house. I can recommend the hotel - a very good owner, who, without my asking, added me to his friends on Facebook as soon as he saw my passport.

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