What to see in Salento
Castles, churches and crypts, museums, beaches and nature: photos, description, how to get there and the events on nearby.
149 places
Castles, towers and palacesBastione Carlo VThe Bastion, dedicated to the Imperator Charles V, stands in Brindisi near
Porta Mesagne, an ancient entrance gate dating back to the time of Frederik
II. Brindisi
Castles, towers and palacesBastione di San GiacomoThe Bastion dedicated to the apostle Giacomo, part of the city walls of
Brindisi, was built in the 16th century at the behest of the Imperator
Charles V. Brindisi
Castles, towers and palacesCasa VestitaThe Casa Vestita, in the heart of Grottaglie's Ceramics District, hosts
temporary exhibitions dedicated to the culture and art of ceramics. Grottaglie
Castles, towers and palacesAcquaviva CastleA sum of the ages and styles that characterized it, the Castle of the
Acquavivia is today headquarters of the Municipality and keeps intact its
defensive architectures. Nardò
Castles, towers and palacesAragonese CastleThe original castle was part of the defensive complex of Otranto during a time when enemy attacks and raids were frequent. Palmariggi
Castles, towers and palacesThe Aragonese CastleThanks to its architecture, historical value, and extraordinary sea-facing
location, the Aragonese Castle is one of Taranto's main attractions. Taranto
Castles, towers and palacesAragonese Castle of OtrantoKeeping vigil over Italy's most easterly town, The Castle of Otranto is a
fascinating fortress that looks eastwards in memory of past Saracen
attacks. Otranto
Castles, towers and palacesAragonese or Alfonsino CastleAlfonsino Castle, a majestic symbol of the Christian West's defense against
the Muslim world, stands on Sant’Andrea Island. Brindisi
Castles, towers and palacesCastello BrancaccioBrancaccio Castle stands in the characteristics Piazza San Francesco and
boasts an elegant external loggia that led to the adjacent parish church. Ruffano
Castles, towers and palacesCastle of Carlo VIn the heart of Lecce, the defensive castle built by Emperor Charles V is a
place steeped in history, where you can enjoy exhibitions and visit a
Papier-Mâché Museum. Lecce
Castles, towers and palacesCastello De FalconibusBuilt likely on the remains of a pre-existing fortress, the De Falconibus
Castle in Pulsano dates back to the 15th century. Pulsano
Castles, towers and palacesDe Gualtieris CastleThe 16th impregnable fortress is nowadays a place of culture and art,
beating heart of the Greek municipality. Castrignano de' Greci
Castles, towers and palacesDe' Monti CastleMilitary fortress and Baroque decorations characterise de’ Monti Castle in
Corigliano d’Otranto, testifying to its function of medieval fortress and
then noble palace. Corigliano d'Otranto
Castles, towers and palacesCastle of Dentice di FrassoA 15th-century building of extraordinary architectural forms, the castle of
Dentice di Frasso dominates the landscape from a hilltop. Carovigno
Castles, towers and palacesAcaya CastleWith its fortified walls , citadel and castle, the complex of Acaya is a
precious testament to feudalism in the Salento. Vernole
Castles, towers and palacesCastle of CastroThe Castle of Castro used to be a fortress with the strategic function of
protecting the coast and it tells about the splendour of the past. Castro
Castles, towers and palacesCastle of CopertinoA peculiar fortress featuring a majestic Renaissance portal, the Castle of
Copertino enshrines the town's historic and artistic value. Copertino
Castles, towers and palacesGallipoli CastleGallipoli Castle, washed by the Ionian Sea, watches over the centre of the
so called nice town. Gallipoli
Castles, towers and palacesGinosa CastleDominating the historic center of Ginosa, the majestic Norman Castle is the
ancient defensive fortress of the city. Ginosa
Castles, towers and palacesCastle of MassafraBuilt in a dominant and strategic position on the left spur of the Gravina
di San Marco, the medieval castle of Massafra stands in the historic
center, in the locality of Lo Pizzo. Massafra
Castles, towers and palacesMesagne castleThe story of the castle of Mesagne, royal fortress, noble house and feudal
palace, echoes off its walls, telling people about the changes of the town. Mesagne
Castles, towers and palacesDucal CastleWith its powerful mast, the frescoed halls, and the medieval garden, the
castle watches over the city ever since the 16th century, shrouded in
ancient charm. Ceglie Messapica
Castles, towers and palacesEpiscopal CastleOnce the residence of Taranto's bishops, today the Episcopal Castle of
Grottaglie houses the museum of ceramics, the hallmark of local ceramic
craftsmanship. Grottaglie
Castles, towers and palacesGranafei CastleThe noble castle, built in the heart of Cannole to protect it from enemies
attacks, is nowadays an elegant noble palace. Cannole
Places and photos: Regione Puglia · viaggiareinpuglia.it (CC BY 4.0)