San Vito dei Normanni

San Vito dei Normanni extends across a landscape filled with olive groves and vineyards, situated 108 meters above sea level in the Brindisi province.

The settlement originated between 1050 and 1111 AD when Slavic migrants established a colony called Castro Sancti Viti to escape Saracen persecution.

The Mother Church of Santa Maria della Vittoria contains baroque decorations, silver statues, and stained glass windows depicting San Vito with two dogs.

The central area requires parking and walking to discover the network of streets connecting ancient churches and the Norman castle with its arched entrance.

The local Museo Diffuso at Castello d'Alceste presents archaeological findings from the 6th century BC, including ancient sepulchers and ceramic artifacts.

Location: Province of Brindisi

Capital city: San Vito dei Normanni

Elevation above the sea: 108 m

Shares border with: Brindisi, Carovigno, Ceglie Messapica, Francavilla Fontana, Latiano, Mesagne, Ostuni, San Michele Salentino

Website: http://sanvitobr.it

GPS coordinates: 40.65556,17.70361

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:40