The Apulia region in southern Italy contains castles, Greek temple ruins and coastal towers between the Adriatic and Ionian seas. The area features medieval fortresses, cathedrals and traditional trulli houses. Archaeological sites display Greek and Roman artifacts, while nature reserves protect wetlands, caves and Mediterranean coastline. Historic towns like Alberobello showcase stone architecture, and museums preserve regional heritage through extensive collections.
Andria, Italy
The octagonal stone structure from the 13th century contains an inner courtyard and eight towers in symmetrical arrangement.
Castellana Grotte, Italy
The limestone caves extend three kilometers underground with passages, stalactites and mineral formations.
Otranto, Italy
The Aragonese fortress from the 15th century has stone walls, three towers and a water moat on the coast.
Santa Cesarea Terme, Italy
The thermal town contains sulfur springs in sea caves and Art Nouveau architecture from the 1800s.
Specchia, Italy
Settlement from medieval times with stone walls, winding lanes and white houses built from local limestone in southern Apulia.
Alberobello, Italy
Settlement with traditional round Trulli houses from the 14th century with limestone roofs ending in cones.
Polignano a Mare, Italy
Port town on limestone cliffs with old district and underground caves opening to the Adriatic Sea.
Carovigno, Italy
Protected area with sandy beach, maquis shrubland and a 16th century coastal tower built for defense against pirates.
Monte Sant'Angelo, Italy
The monastery stands on a 450-meter hill and contains a collection of historical manuscripts from the 12th century.
Gravina in Puglia, Italy
The ancient city sits along a 100-meter deep ravine with a system of caves and underground passages.
Cisternino, Italy
A historical center with white houses, stone arches and local restaurants serving regional meat dishes.
Vieste, Italy
A port town on a peninsula with a medieval castle and a natural limestone monolith called Pizzomunno.
Polignano a Mare, Italy
Scenic beach cove bordered by rocky cliffs in Polignano a Mare.
Bisceglie, Italy
Prehistoric megalithic tombs shrouded in ancient mystery.
Vernole, Italy
Protected wetland oasis with diverse flora and fauna.
Gallipoli, Italy
A fortress with a storied history facing the Ionian Sea.
Monte Sant'Angelo, Italy
Military complex from medieval times with watchtowers on a limestone hill and a cave from the 5th century.
Metaponto, Italy
Ancient Doric temple with fifteen columns, built in the 6th century BC.
Nardò, Italy
Coastal area with white rocks and Mediterranean plants next to old buildings from the 19th century.
Matera, Italy
Underground chapel from the 9th century with wall paintings showing scenes from the Old Testament.
Acquaviva delle Fonti, Italy
Historic palace in Acquaviva delle Fonti with a storied past.
Nardò, Italy
Lush nature park with jagged cliffs and turquoise waters.
Altamura, Italy
Impressive Romanesque cathedral known for its elaborate portal.
Manduria, Italy
Coastal watchtower now serving as a symbol to the adjacent Salina dei Monaci reserve.
Basilicata, Italy
The limestone cliffs form a natural climbing wall with vertical routes. A via ferrata leads through the rock formation at 1000 meters altitude.
Salento, Italy
A sandy beach with gradual water entry and dunes in the hinterland. The water reaches 27 degrees Celsius in August.
Taranto, Italy
The collection includes Roman statues, Greek vases and mosaics from the Apulia region. The exhibition area extends over three floors.
