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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Museums and theatresEthnographic Museum \"Alfredo Majorano\"in Taranto, popular tradition is recounted in the rooms of the second floor
of palazzo Pantaleo with the collection created by Alfredo Majorano. Taranto
Museums and theatresChinese Missionary and Natural History MuseumThe Chinese Missionary and Natural History Museum in Sava houses the
collections of corals and musical instruments, fossils and porcelain,
gathered by the Friars Minor during their pilgrimages. Sava
Museums and theatres"Giuseppe Andreassi" National Archaeological Museum of EgnaziaOne of Puglia’s most important archaeological sites is located near Fasano
and it includes the National Museum, which safeguards precious artefacts
dating from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. Fasano
Museums and theatresMarTA – National Archaeological Museum of TarantoThe ancient capital of Magna Graecia is home to one of Italy’s most
important archaeological museums, safeguarding priceless treasures such as
the splendid Golden Treasure of Taranto. Taranto
Museums and theatresMuseum in Salento - Museo Vito MeleBorn from the love of art by the sculptor Bito Mele, the Museum in Salento-
Museo Vito Mele in Castrignano del Capo is a treasure chest of work signed
by nationally renowned authors. Castrignano del Capo
Museums and theatresProvincial Museum ''Sigismondo Castromediano''Amid archaeological finds, paintings and minor arts, Lecce Provincial
Museum dedicated to the duke Castromediano is the most ancient in Puglia. Lecce
Museums and theatresSpartan Museum of Taranto - Ipogeo BellaciccoThe Taranto Hypogeum is an amazing architectural structure where elements
and artifacts can be found that can be traced back to the different phases
of occupation of the site from prehistoric to modern times Taranto
Museums and theatresHistorical and Archaeological Museum of the Olive Oil and Wine CivilizationIn the land of 'oil and wine, the civic museum in the halls of the medieval
castle celebrates Massafra's agricultural excellence. Massafra
Museums and theatresMust - Historical Museum of the City of LecceSet against the backdrop of the 15th-century monastery of Santa Chiara di
Lecce, the Must opens up its collections between temporary exhibitions and
educational workshops. Lecce
Museums and theatresMuv - Rodolfo Valentino MuseumCastellaneta is home to the MUV, the monographic museum dedicated to the
legendary Rudolph Valentino, filled with movie posters, objects and
curiosities. Castellaneta
Museums and theatresNew Archaeological MuseumFrom tombs to numismatic collections, the Archaeological Museum illustrates
the history of Ugento against the backdrop of the Convent of Santa Maria
della Pietà. Ugento
Museums and theatresNew Verdi TheatreIn the heart of Brindisi stands one of Italy’s largest historic theatres. Brindisi
Museums and theatresPalmieri Cultural ParkA popular multipurpose center, the Palmieri Cultural Tourist Park in
Martignano combines tourist services and culture. Martignano
Museums and theatresPinacoteca “Salvatore Cavallo”The art gallery in the heart of San Michele Salentino houses a section
dedicated to Stefano Cavallo and a collection of 26 works of art from the
20th century. San Michele Salentino
Museums and theatresMunicipal Art Gallery “Emilio Notte”The Pinacoteca in Ceglie Messapica houses numerous works of contemporary
art, including canvases by the master futurist Emilio Notte. Ceglie Messapica
Museums and theatresQuadreria "Enrico Giannelli"The Giannelli picture gallery in Parabita is filled with works of the
Neapolitan school signed by Enrico Giannelli and about 70,000 posters from
advertising, movies and art. Parabita
Museums and theatresTheatre Cavallino BiancoOpera, comedy and cinema in post-World War II Galatina were at home in the
historic Cavallino Bianco Theater. Galatina
Museums and theatresCommunal Theatre of Ceglie MessapicaThe theater's elegant neoclassical elevation and Baroque decorations tell
more than a century of history and pay tribute to playwright Giuseppe
Giacosa. Ceglie Messapica
Museums and theatresTeatro comunale di CrispianoThe theater's sober facade is a fine example of twentieth-century
architecture, with the unchanged charm of an old-time cinema. Crispiano
Museums and theatresTeatro Comunale di MassafraA landmark for ancient tour companies, the Massafra Municipal Theater is
now an important hub for contemporary theater. Massafra
Museums and theatresTheatre Communale di Nardò - TerramMareThe small Municipal Theater of Nardò is one of Nardò's most valuable
architectures and was created by the will of the citizens for whom it is
still a cultural landmark. Nardò
Museums and theatresTeatro Comunale di NovoliNovoli's nineteenth-century Municipal Theater broadly echoes Lecce's
treasured Paisiello Theater and is home to a rich theater season. Novoli
Museums and theatresTeatro GaribaldiSet like a jewel in the historic center, Gallipoli's small 19th-century
theater is a gem in the elegant living room of the beautiful city. Gallipoli
Museums and theatresTheatro PaisielloA delightful example of an Italian-style theater stands in the city's
historic center, and because of its small size combined with its beauty, it
is called by the people of Lecce the wedding favor. Lecce
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