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Why visit Puglia?

Puglia forms the sun-drenched heel of Puglia’s boot, defined by the dry-stone architecture of the Valle d’Itria. Begin in Alberobello, where the white-washed trulli dwellings with conical limestone roofs create an otherworldly landscape. Wander the labyrinthine limestone streets of Locorotondo, then head south to the Salento peninsula. Lecce acts as the regional capital of Baroque, its local stone allowing for the intricate, florid carvings found on the Basilica di Santa Croce. The coastal geography ranges from the dramatic cliffs of Polignano a Mare, which tumble directly into the Adriatic, to the turquoise shallows of the Ionian beaches near Porto Cesareo.

Gastronomy in Puglia is a study in cucina povera elevated by volcanic soil and proximity to the sea. You must sample orecchiette con cime di rapa, hand-pressed pasta served with bitter sautéed broccoli rabe and garlic. Street food staples like the focaccia barese—topped with cherry tomatoes and brined olives—are best enjoyed while walking the ancient walls of Bari Vecchia. Follow this with a glass of robust Primitivo di Manduria or a crisp white from the Valle d'Itria. Whether you are navigating the medieval alleyways of Ostuni or dining in a converted cave restaurant, the region offers a tangible, rustic sophistication.

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