Culture, art and spirituality live and breathe in every corner of Puglia.
Culture, art and spirituality live and breathe in every corner of Puglia.
They exist not only in the cities with their grand cathedrals and splendid old houses, or in the archaeological or World Heritage sites, but also in the region’s smaller settlements and villages, which may not be as well known, but are certainly just as friendly and charming.
These tiny hamlets surrounded by lush green countryside, all have their own history and traditions that have been handed down unchanged for centuries.
The Puglia-Romanesque structure of the Basilica of Saint Nicholas that still guards the remains of its world-famous Saint, is a majestic sight as it towers above a tangle of old medieval palazzos and courtyards.
The Orange Flag is a certified seal indicating a superior standard of tourism and environmental quality awarded by the Touring Club Italiano to small Italian inland towns that stand out for their excellence and high quality welcome.