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Superman's shepherds: Gabriele D'Annunzio

Italian poet Gabriele D'Annunzio was inspired by the traditions of Abruzzo, his hometown region. With Mussolini's help he also built Pescara city.

The ninety-nine spouts of Aquila's fountain

The Fountain of 99 Spouts is a bit of a mystery in the Italian region of Abruzzo. Behind its secret lies the history of the fascinating town of Aquila.NB: The city of Aquila and the surrounding area has recently suffered the terrible effects of ...

Apulia's Alberobello and Ostuni, trulli pearls

Ostuni, in Italy's Apulia region, has a resplendent architectural style, while Alberobello's trulli are built to collapse by removing a single stone.

Bari Location guide

A Guide to Bari, a trading city on the east coast of Italy. Practical suggestions to help you organise your visit to the capital of Apulia, a dynamic destination famed for its seafood.

Barletta Location Guide

Travel guide for the Italian destination of Barletta. Information on how to arrive, local events and attractions, typical food and products, and recommendations.

Dancing with Spiders - The Salento Peninsula

Salento's narrow flat peninsula has a varied coastline with the Adriatic Sea on one side and the Ionian sea on the other. Here, in Italy's heel, you will find a mix of Italian, Greek and Spanish culture, including baroque architecture, religious ...

Gallipoli Travel Guide

Travel guide for the Italian destination of Gallipoli. Information on how to arrive, local events and attractions, typical food and products as well as photo gallery and local recommendations.

Guide to San Giovanni Rotondo

A Guide to San Giovanni Rotondo, best known for its ties to the famous local priest, Padre Pio. This guide has information about events, local gastronomy and a short biography of this legendary character, as well as ideas of things to do during ...

Lecce Travel Guide

Travel guide for the city of Lecce, in Puglia. Tips to visit monuments and buildings in typical Salento baroque style, events, local cuisine and main attractions for travellers.

Location guide to Ostuni

A journey amongst the olive groves of Ostuni, known as the ‘white city’ of Apulia, to discover ancient traditions, local events and the renowned olive oil that comes from this region in the south of Italy.