What to see in Salento
Castles, churches and crypts, museums, beaches and nature: photos, description, how to get there and the events on nearby.
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Sea and cavesMon ReveThe Mon Rêve landing spot is a small paved stretch in a cove with a seaside resort. Taranto
Churches and cryptsMonastery of Santa Maria della GiustiziaIn the vicinity of the Tara River, the complex is inserted in the
industrial are of the city of the two seas. Taranto
Churches and cryptsMonastery and Church of Santa Maria della ConsolazioneThe 17th century church and adjacent convent are a trove of art and culture
with magnificent examples of Lecce Baroque and the genuine products of the
Monaci Cistercensi. Martano
FunMonument to the sailorOne of the emblems of the city of Taranto is this monument that is found in
the new village. Taranto
Castles, towers and palacesMonumento al Marinaio d'ItaliaAnother unforgettable experience. The challenge of reaching the peak. An
amazing view over the city and the sea. A moment of great spirituality. Brindisi
Museums and theatresMudi - Taranto Diocesan MuseumThe Mudi takes the visitor on a journey of dicovering the religious history
of the province through precious paintings, relics and liturgical
furniture. Taranto
Museums and theatresMUMA - Museum of Maiolica of LaterzaLocated in the Marchesale palace of Laterza,the majolica museum preserves
precious treasures of Laertina's artisan memory and ceramic art, which have
been handed down for centuries. Laterza
FunWalls and BastionsThe walls that protected Otranto are a wonderful example of military
architecture, today kingdom of art and nightlife. Otranto
ArchaeologyMessapic city wallsThe ancient Messapic city walls of Muro Leccese stretched for kilometres,
surrounding the town with impressive blocks of stone. Muro Leccese
Castles, towers and palacesWalls of LecceImposing defensive walls designed by Charles V to contain the Turkish
raids. Lecce
Museums and theatresMusa - Historical Archaeological Museum of the University of SalentoThrough reconstructions, artifacts, and video contributions, the Musa of
Lecce tells the story of the ancient roots of the Salento territory. Lecce
Museums and theatresMuseum \"Ugo Granafei\"The museum in the Norman Swabian Castle in Mesagne is home to some
interesting archaeological finds including a numismatic collection and a
lapidarium. Mesagne
Museums and theatresMuseum of Archaeology for ChildrenThe evolution of prehistory is the core focus of the Archeological Museum
of the Young in Nardò, which uses experimental archaeology techniques to
reconstruct fascinating objects used by early humans. Nardò
Museums and theatresMuseum of the Messapian CivilizationAs you walk through the exhibits the Archaeological Museum of Messapian
Civilization in Poggiardo reveals numerous artifacts from the peak period
of development of ancient Vaste. Poggiardo
Museums and theatresArcheological Museum FaggianoFrom the Messapian period to the ancient Romans, and continuing through the
medieval era and the 18th century, the Faggiano Museum unveils over 2.500
years of history in the heart of ancient Lupiae. Lecce
Museums and theatresCivic MuseumAn interesting collection of archaeological artifacts housed in the ancient
Ducal Palace of Villa Castelli outlines the characteristics of the Pezza
Petrosa Magno- Greek necropolis. Villa Castelli
Museums and theatresCivic Museum “Antonio Lazzari”Castro's Aragonese Castle houses the Civic Museum named after speleologist
Antonio Lazzari, where an archaeological collection can be admired. Castro
Museums and theatresCivic Museum “Emanuele Barba” and Coppola Collection HallPaintings, archaeological finds, ceramics and furnishings, the Gallipoli
Civic Museum tells the story of Salento in its diverse and fascinating
facets. Gallipoli
Museums and theatresMunicipal Museum \"Pietro Cavoti\"Dedicated to the scholar of history, archeology and art, Pietro Cavoti, the
Civic Museum has enhancing the culture of Galatina since 1936. Galatina
Museums and theatresMuseum of Peasant Culture of SalentoThe history of the smallest town in Salento runs through the halls of the
Civic Museum of the smallest town in Salento Giuggianello, among ancient
crafts and daily life. Giuggianello
Museums and theatresMuseo Civico di San Cesario di LecceIn the historic center of San Cesario di Lecce, the Civic Museum houses a collection of contemporary art by renowned local artists. San Cesario di Lecce
Museums and theatresCivic Museum of Natural History of Salento and Provincial Faunistic ObservatoryA wide variety of fauna specimens, numerous sections and an veterinary
clinic for wild animals make the Civic Museum of Natural History of
Calimera a very special place in the heart of Grecìa. Calimera
Museums and theatresMuseo Civico MessapicoA treasure trove of centuries of history, the Museo Civico Messapico in
Alezio houses precious artifacts of Messapian origin, a civilization that
also features in the annexed archaeological park. Alezio
Museums and theatresMunicipal Ceramic MuseumHoused in the municipal library, the Cutrofiano Ceramics Museum collects
traditional objects produced by local artisans. Cutrofiano
Places and photos: Regione Puglia · viaggiareinpuglia.it (CC BY 4.0)