Turi

Turi is a commune in the Metropolitan City of Bari located on rolling hills at about 250 meters elevation in Apulia. The settlement sits amid vineyards and olive groves, with a compact historic center built from local stone buildings.

The settlement grew over centuries as a center for wine production and olive farming in Apulia's Mediterranean landscape. This agricultural specialization shaped the community's development and remains important to its character today.

The town is known for its fruit cultivation, particularly grapes and olives. Local families keep traditional growing methods alive and share their knowledge about wine and oil production with younger generations.

The town connects to nearby settlements through the SS 172 highway and has regular transport to Bari. The compact layout means walking through narrow lanes, and visitors should wear comfortable shoes for uneven stone surfaces.

Many houses here are built from local tuff stone, a porous rock quarried from the surrounding area. This material helps buildings stay cool in the heat and gives the entire village its distinctive pale appearance.

Location: Metropolitan City of Bari

Elevation above the sea: 254 m

Shares border with: Casamassima, Conversano, Gioia del Colle, Rutigliano, Putignano, Sammichele di Bari

Website: http://comune.turi.ba.it

GPS coordinates: 40.91667,17.01667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 03:07