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Very good ice cream! A good selection of flavours

The most interesting church in Lecce province, the brightest gem of local art. All walls and vaults are covered with precious frescoes of XIV-XV centuries. There are 5 great cycles of frescoes: Gospel, Genesis, Apocalypse, life of Virgin Mary, life of St Catherine

Incredible ruins of a Roman Amphitheater where gladiatorial fights took place within the centro storico of Lecce. Incredible!

One of the most beautiful basilica I’ve ever seen in my life the architecture from outside and inside was incredible really worth doing it it’s part of the five places journey you can make in this town and it’s all in one ticket and it’s really worth it

Visited in July of 2024. Absolutely stunning. I was mind blown by the beauty and the detail of the church, inside and out! The tickets aren’t that expensive. The interior is intricately decorated with paintings. Another church as beautiful as this one is rare to find.

Punta della Suina is an absolutely fantastic beach, but you need to go when the wind is right — that’s the key! On the right day, it truly feels like a slice of paradise, with crystal-clear water that makes you want to stay in all day. It’s especially beautiful at sunset and is the perfect spot when you want to dedicate an entire day to the sea, relaxing and soaking up the beauty of the place. Definitely a must-visit for anyone looking for a dreamy beach experience.

Very nice beach for partyyyy and fun! Recommended for drinking and party! Everyday there's a party in summer with live DJ and MC!

I think the establishment took the hint from the reviews about the loud music because that was not our experience, the music only started playing later in the afternoon, but at lunch time we had a very nice seafood meal and there was no music, and the staff were very friendly and helpful even though we did not speak Italian. 🌸 the beach is beautiful turquoise in the early hours and warm and child friendly.

Stunning beach. With these crystal blue waters and white sands you’d think you were in the Caribbean! The beach clubs along the coast were also great for those who just want to rent a sun-bed and umbrella.

This church in Gallipoli is truly beautiful peaceful, full of character, and quietly awe inspiring. A memorable place that leaves a lasting impression.

Incredible place, a forest, breathtaking cliff views, incredible hiking trail, what more can anyone hope for, perfect place for viewing and strolling, or if you're adventurous you can get deep into the cliffs and hike along the water, really spectacular place. Bring water, it will get hot in the forest area.

Excellent wine tour at their winery in Cellino San Marco by Leo who took us around the winery explaining about the cooperative of 1000+ local farmers who make up the company. He explained the process of receiving the grapes from the farmers and how they are tested, graded and weighed before entering the process. You will see the areas where this happens and the tall metal tanks where the fermentation takes place before some of the best wine being passed to be barrelled in American oak and stored in a control temperature and humidity store deep underground to improve the taste etc which you experience. We then drove to see one of the vineyard fields with several varieties of wine was growing at the start of May. The tour finally ended at their show room where you get to taste some of the wines, with some food, on offer and the chance to buy from the large collection of wines all at reasonable prices. A must do if you are travelling to Puglia to see where our wines come from. Really enjoyed and a big thank you to Leo. Really recommend

This church was built at the end of the 11th Century AC by a Norman King who was returning from a Crusade, as Brindisi's harbor was the main departure point to Middle East during the age of the Crusaders (1096-1291). The interior is designed in the shape of a "horse shoe" with eight columns in concentric circle, just like the Cathedral of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem. According to nowadays standards the temple is not a tall building, so it's not visible from distance. Actually, all the buildings around are taller. Anyway it well worth visiting, especially for the marble lions supporting the entrance pillars, for the indoor wall paint, partially visible and for the green patio, where the visitors could admire some beautiful orange and lemon trees, as well as ancient tombstones, some of them dating back from Roman era. Visited the place in January and the citrus trees in the patio were full of ripe fruits.

Phenomenal place! Excellent wine and food! Perfect lounge vibe! Beautiful view of waters!! Short of words! Excellent service and friendly staff!

If you’re looking for a super beautiful, peaceful beach experience, Torre Guaceto is an absolute gem. The beach itself is long, clean, and gorgeous, with soft sand and crystal-clear water that’s perfect for swimming or just chilling under the sun. There are also nice walking trails along the shore, so if you’re up for a little stroll, you can explore the area and enjoy some quiet nature vibes. If you walk all the way to the end of the beach, you’ll find barely anyone there, so it’s perfect if you want some peace and privacy away from the crowds. Getting there is really easy thanks to the shuttle service from the parking area. It’s €8 per car per day, and that includes everyone inside the car plus parking, super convenient if you don’t want to stress about finding a spot. There’s a small spiaggia attrezzata with chairs and umbrellas if you prefer some comfort, but most of the beach is spiaggia libera, so you can pick your own spot and enjoy the natural setting. The area is also mostly disabled-friendly, so it’s accessible for everyone, which is a huge plus. Overall, Torre Guaceto is perfect for anyone looking for a clean, relaxing beach with beautiful scenery, easy access, and a touch of solitude if you explore a bit. Definitely a must-visit if you’re in the region!

Great spot to visit and see history right next to Arco Scoppo

We did the farm and olive grove tour and tasting. It was very good and informative. Our guide spoke excellent english and was able to answer any questions. The grove is fairly level and seeing olive trees planted by the Romans, and earlier people, was amazing. A portion of the tour goes underground to the ancient crypt where the olives were pressed. This portion of the tour would be impossible for anyone with mobility issues. The blind olive oil tasting was very fun and educational. Well worth the price. There was no sales pressure to purchase the product but there was a small store.

Perfect place to wait for Flixbus. A lot of greenery, open gym and walk with the view to the water. Brilliant!

58 Euros entrance 2 adults, 2 kids with > 100 sm. very good experience in park, clear water, variaty of swimming-pools, 3 Fotoes 15 EUR., Food devastating, but they do not change it, because make a fortune from pig food, each at least 5 EUROS

We organized a pre-wedding party and a Sunday brunch. Staff was on point, polite and helpful. Food was delicious. Drinks as well. They helped organize a live pizza and karaoke night. They even added a beautiful firework. Both events were a complete success by all accounts. Absolute pleasure and we’ll come back :)

This was one of the most amazing and funny experiences in my entire life! This place is absolutely amazing and it is a great place for kids! The amusement park after the safari is absolutely amazing! For the safari I can highly recommend you to buy carrots, apples and cabbage in advance so that you have for more animals to feed. It is super funny and awesome that you can pet the zebras, giraffes and camels.

This was one of the most amazing and funny experiences in my entire life! This place is absolutely amazing and it is a great place for kids! The amusement park after the safari is absolutely amazing! For the safari I can highly recommend you to buy carrots, apples and cabbage in advance so that you have for more animals to feed. It is super funny and awesome that you can pet the zebras, giraffes and camels.

(Translated by Google) The Palazzo degli Uffici of Taranto is one of the most prestigious buildings in the Borgo Nuovo of the city. It was built in the eighteenth century to fulfill the function of an orphanage and house the poor children of the city and the orphans of the military, by order of a Royal Decree of Ferdinand IV of Bourbon in 1787. The first stone of the structure was laid in 1791 in an open space used for public events by the Archbishop of Taranto Monsignor Giuseppe Capecelatro, but the events of 1799 and the subsequent changes in government forced the work to be interrupted for a long time. Only in 1872 did the Municipality, which in the meantime had acquired the entire area, use the building to house some public offices, ordering the resumption of works based on the engineer's design. Giovanni Galeone, which was completed in 1894. Since 28 June 1896, the date of the inauguration in the presence of the Mayor of Taranto Alessandro Criscuolo, the building has hosted the Taranto Court, the Nautical School, the Meteorological and Seismic Observatory, the Institute for the History and Archeology of Magna Graecia and various schools, including the "Archita" Gymnasium High School. The quadrangular shape of the building influenced the master plan regarding the street network, while the architectural style was used as a model by other buildings in the Borgo Nuovo of the city. The main façade of the building overlooks Piazza Archita, and is aligned with the Swing Bridge from which it is perfectly visible. Ideally it appears divided into two horizontal sections: the lower section has a majestic main door on the ground floor flanked by a series of doors, and on the first floor a row of framed windows; the upper one is on both the second and third floors with 20 elegantly decorated windows. The division into vertical sections is instead carried out using pilasters of the Doric order in the lower part, and pilasters of the Ionic order in the upper part. The upper part of the façade ends with a small decorated triangular tympanum and a mechanical clock. The remaining elevations are identical to the main one, with the exception of the small triangular gable. There are also commemorative plaques both outside and inside. Among them, a special mention must be made for the one dedicated to the assassination of King Umberto I of Savoy, preserved on the third floor. For more than a century it was home to the "Archita" Gymnasium High School, the oldest in Taranto, famous for having been the school of illustrious personalities, including the statesman Aldo Moro. Since 2013, the high school was transferred to another location for the start of the works, which were concluded once again due to mafia infiltration within the contracting company. (Original) Il Palazzo degli Uffici di Taranto è uno dei palazzi più prestigiosi del Borgo Nuovo della città. Fu costruito nel Settecento per assolvere alla funzione di orfanotrofio ed ospitare i bambini poveri della città e gli orfani dei militari, per ordine di un Regio Decreto di Ferdinando IV di Borbone del 1787. La prima pietra della struttura fu posata nel 1791 in uno spiazzo utilizzato per manifestazioni pubbliche dall'Arcivescovo di Taranto Monsignor Giuseppe Capecelatro, ma le vicende del 1799 e i successivi mutamenti di governo, costrinsero ad interrompere i lavori per molto tempo. Solo nel 1872 il Comune, che nel frattempo aveva acquisito l'intera area, destinò l'edificio ad ospitare alcuni uffici pubblici, ordinando la ripresa dei lavori su disegno dell'Ing. Giovanni Galeone, che si concluse nel 1894. Dal 28 giugno 1896, data dell'inaugurazione alla presenza del Sindaco di Taranto Alessandro Criscuolo, il palazzo ha ospitato il Tribunale di Taranto, la Scuola nautica, l'Osservatorio meteorologico e sismico, l'Istituto per la Storia e l'Archeologia della Magna Grecia e diversi istituti scolastici, tra cui il Liceo Ginnasio "Archita". La forma quadrangolare dell'edificio, influenzarono il piano regolatore per quanto riguardava il reticolo stradale, mentre lo stile architettonico fu utilizzato come modello da altri palazzi del Borgo Nuovo della città. Il prospetto principale del palazzo si affaccia su Piazza Archita, ed è allineato con il Ponte Girevole dal quale è perfettamente visibile. Idealmente appare suddiviso in due sezioni orizzontali: la sezione inferiore presenta al piano terreno un maestoso portone principale affiancato da una serie di porte, e al primo piano una fila di finestre incorniciate; quella superiore si presenta sia al secondo che al terzo piano con 20 finestre decorate elegantemente. La suddivisione in sezioni verticali invece è effettuata mediante lesene di ordine dorico nella parte inferiore, e lesene di ordine ionico in quella superiore. La parte superiore del prospetto termina con un piccolo timpano triangolare decorato e con un orologio meccanico. I restanti prospetti sono identici a quello principale, ad eccezione del piccolo timpano triangolare. Sia all'esterno che all'interno sono inoltre presenti lapidi commemorative. Tra di esse, una menzione particolare va fatta per quella dedicata all'assassinio del Re Umberto I di Savoia, conservata al terzo piano. È stata per più di un secolo sede del Liceo Ginnasio "Archita", il più antico di Taranto, famoso per essere stata la scuola di personalità illustri, tra le quali lo statista Aldo Moro. Dal 2013 il Liceo è stato trasferito in altra sede per l'inizio dei lavori, conclusi nuovamente per infiltrazioni mafiosi all'interno della ditta appaltatrice.

Classical quiet mountain city, unpretentious residents, long history. vacation spot.