Puglia's White Hill Towns and Baroque Cities
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Explore the map in the DocentPro app13 places in Apulia: Ostuni, Locorotondo, Bari, and 10 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a Facebook post by European Dreamscapes.
Ostuni
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Visit the 'White City' with its gleaming whitewashed walls and medieval charm. Climb to the cathedral for unforgettable panoramic views over olive groves to the sea.
Locorotondo
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Explore one of Italy's most beautiful hilltop villages, perfectly circular and ringed by olive groves. Its unique layout and picturesque setting make it truly enchanting.
Bari
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Wander the historic Bari Vecchia, where nonnas hand-roll fresh orecchiette, a perfect souvenir. This vibrant capital serves as an excellent base for exploring Puglia's wonders.
Lecce
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Dubbed the 'Florence of the South,' Lecce mesmerizes with its Baroque architecture carved from honey-gold pietra leccese limestone. Explore the Roman amphitheater and indulge in local delicacies like pasticciotto and caffè leccese.
Monopoli
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Visit this charming working fishing port with a historic center and a castle right on the water. Enjoy breakfast here before heading inland to explore more of Puglia.
Otranto
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Conclude your trip at Italy's easternmost tip, where you can see Albania on clear days. Explore the compact, magical old town with its Byzantine cathedral mosaics, clifftop castle, and crystal-clear waters.
Polignano a Mare
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Discover this stunning clifftop town literally hanging over the Adriatic Sea. Explore its whitewashed alleys and enjoy a spritz on a terrace with breathtaking cove views.
Brindisi
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Discover this ancient port city, once the end of the Appian Way. Brindisi offers an authentic, uncurated experience with rich maritime history.
Martina Franca
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Step into elegant Baroque architecture with charming piazzas and balconies. This aristocratic town offers a beautiful, less-traveled experience away from the crowds.
Porto Cesareo
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Enjoy this laid-back seaside town known for its delicious seafood and a lagoon that glows golden at sunset. Savor fresh-caught fish and local Pugliese white wine al fresco.
Gallipoli
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Discover this atmospheric island city, a labyrinth of Baroque churches, bustling fish markets, and narrow streets spilling onto the sea. It's connected to the mainland by a single picturesque bridge.
Punta Prosciutto
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Relax on one of Italy's most beautiful beaches, boasting white sand, shallow turquoise water, and pine trees. Arrive early to secure your perfect spot in paradise.
Nardò
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Explore this stunning, largely undiscovered Baroque town with a spectacular central piazza. Nardò offers an authentic glimpse into Puglian history and architecture, away from the typical tourist paths.
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