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SIGHTSEEING
The region of olive groves, vineyards, sunshine
and sea. The hidden treasure of the Italian heel. Whitewashed villages
in amongst its green olive trees, rich red soil and dry stone walls of
the countryside.
Beaches both rocky limestone cliffs with turquoise seas and golden
white sandy beaches on the Ionian coast. You are never more than 30
miles away from the coast. Numerous picturesque fishing villages, castles
and towers to visit. Outdoor markets, including coastal fishing markets
with daily caught fish on sale at cheap prices.
 We are ideally located for excursions to local towns e.g.
- Castellana Grotte
- Polignano a Mare
- Monopoli
- Conversano
- Alberobello
(Center of the Trulli)
- Locorotondo
- Martina Franca
- Cisternino
- Ostuni (the white city – la Città Bianca)
Each town has its own individual charm, traditions and culinary delight.
- CASTELLANA,
a wonderful town which lies around 290 metres above sea level is famous
for its grottos. With more than 3 km of caves, guided tours (in many
languages), available almost every day of the year. Not to be missed,
the tour takes you to the spectacular Grotta Bianca (the white grotto).
The town dates from the 10th Century therefore providing many churches
to visit.
- POLIGNANO A MARE
Polignano a Mare is located about 10 km from Castellana Grotte. Famous
for its breathtaking cliff face, turquoise water of the sea and many
caves in the rocks, named the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic Sea’.
Its history includes Spanish, Norman, Arab and Byzantine populations.
- MONOPOLI
Monopoli, only 8 km from the B&B, has many small sandy beaches
along its coastline. Ruled in its time by Byzantines, Normans and
Swabians. It has a wonderful daily fresh fish market and well renowned
weekly market which includes many diverse produce. Full of delicious
eateries, bars and nightlife in its fantastic historical centre.
- CONVERSANO
Conversano encompassed in history, around 8 km from Castellana Grotte.
Originally called Norba, its goes back to the iron age. Part of the
Roman Empire, refounded by the Normans. Pretty shops and impressive
Castle, it is a must to visit.
- ALBEROBELLO
Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1996, is the capital
of the ‘trulli’, only 15 mins away from Castellana Grotte.
You can visit the trulli, including Trullo Sovrano housing a museum.
The cones are decorated with symbols and shapes, mostly showing zodiac
and religious signs. A picturesque magical place, full of history
with its wonderful eateries serving typical cuisine.
- LOCOROTONDO
Locorotondo (round place), lies between Bari, Brindisi and Taranto
in the Itria valley. With Greek origins it has one of the prettiest
historical centres of the area. Also a fantastic place for a meal,
well renowned restaurants are in abundance.
- MARTINA FRANCA
Found to the east side of Murgia, in the province of Taranto, Martina
Franca is about centre of the Ionian and Adriatic sea. Baroque architecture
can be found here, a pleasure for shopping, especially beautiful clothes.
Martina Franca hosts a fashion parade every year as factories still
produce clothing to day.
- OSTUNI
Ostuni is situated on three hills and enjoys an excellent panorama.
At the foot of Ostuni the green silvery sea of olive groves merges
with the blue of the Adriatic. It is an ancient, noble and famous
town, known especially for its whitewashed houses that contrast with
the pinkish brown stone of the monuments. If you walk through its
narrow alleyways you will discover many an architectural feature at
times hidden under the innumerable layers of white chalk.
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