Sightseeing in Apulia - what to see. Complete travel guide
The region of Puglia is situated in the south-eastern part of Italy; almost the entire territory of the province is occupied by rich forests, olive groves and vineyards. Nature is truly impressive there. Tourists are attracted to these places with an abundance of natural attractions, extraordinary cuisine, numerous tour facilities and hospitality of the locals, who have kept good traditions and customs for centuries. Local customs were mentioned not by chance, as there are often folk festivals, carnivals and bright celebrations in Puglia; both locals and tourists from other countries gladly take part in festivities.
1. The most comfortable and amazing way to explore the region is travelling by train. Routes pass through incredibly beautiful natural areas, so the usual trip can turn into a fascinating … 
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Puglia is ready to offer sea lovers a huge selection of beautiful beaches; there are parts of the coast for every taste. Monopoli is one of the most sought after holiday destinations. It has … Open
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One of the main advantages of Apulia is a long coastline. There are a lot of beautiful and comfortable resorts. Fans of beach recreation often choose the town of Vieste for recreation. At its coast, there are many peaceful grottoes and small calm coves. In this region, the coast was formed by limestone rocks. For thousands of years, the sea waters have flushed beautiful arches and grottoes out of the rocks. Tourists can admire them during exciting boat trips. Here, you can see one of the most beautiful karstic caves in the country. The coast of Apulia is very popular with fans of diving.
Every town of charming Puglia has amazing hotels and inns that will surprise guests not only with their good service, but also with their unique history. In the immediate vicinity of Fasano … Open
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The travelers who prefer wellness resorts will be impressed by Margherita di Savoia. It is located in the south of the Adriatic coast. Healing thermal springs were found at this resort. Today, innovative balneological procedures are practiced here. The resort is suitable for classical beach recreation too.
The national cuisine of Puglia is very simple, but no less interesting and attractive. They produce one of the best olive oils in the world; it is an indispensable component of almost all … Open
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Apulia is famous not only for its amazing beaches. It also attracts shopping enthusiasts. In Gallipoli, there is one of the largest and most famous antique markets in Italy where you can buy unique antique items. In Alberobello and Grumo Appula, there are wonderful craft markets. In Lecce, you can visit an incredibly beautiful flower market. There is an interesting antique market in Brindisi. It is located on Teresa Square. 
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Apulia
♥ Castle 'Conversano Castle' Conversano, 19.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Santo Stefano Castle' Monopoli, 24.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castello Normanno-Svevo' Sannicandro di Bari, 34.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Aragonese Castle' Taranto, 37.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Episcopio Castle' Grottaglie, 40.1 km from the center. On the map
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National and city parks around Apulia
♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Alta Murgia' , 65.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale dell’Appennino Lucano-Val d’Agri-Lagonegrese' , 113.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale del Pollino' , 125.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Park 'Parco nazionale del Gargano' , 151.6 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Apulia from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Le Grotte della Civita
From the series “Hotels Harmoniously Built into the Natural Landscape”
Check on the map: Distance from Apulia center - 43.5 km.
On the Hotel Territorium is the building of the old church, where today the cozy buffet is located. Guests can also visit the Albergo Sexantio restaurant and taste the most popular regional cuisine. At the entrance to the hotel is the excellent recreation zone - the stone terrace, on which the old wooden furniture are placed. You can also recommend the hotel to those tourists who can not stand the recovery in the hot summer. In the great caves of Le Grotte della Civita the pleasant coolness prevails even on the hottest summer day. …
Read further Distance from Apulia center - 43.5 km.
Grotta Palazzese Restaurant
From the series “The Most Exotic Restaurants in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Apulia center - 24.7 km.
The lime cave, one of the most famous restaurants on the planet, is 25 meters above sea level, so you can admire the impressive coastal panorama. The restaurant's menu will appeal to the gourmets who like seafood. Here you can taste the delicious Thai-style squid, as well as the grilled shrimp with garlic. The prices in the restaurant Grotta Palazzese are quite high. The average price for a court is more than 100 US dollars. …
Read further Distance from Apulia center - 24.7 km.
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