Many tourists travel to Northern Italy than Southern Italy as Southern Italy is historically lagged in terms of economic advancement, tourism. Traveling to Southern Italy is a bit more challenging than traveling to Northern Italy . However, people who wish to witness the real beauty of Southern Italy should visit Puglia — also known as Apulia.If you wish to travel to a place equally fascinating and charming as in Northern Italy, then Puglia is the first on the list.
Puglia has an uniqueness in itself. You will be mesmerized by the turqoise seas, beaches, olive groves,vineyards,white hill top towns and lots of sunshine and did you know that Puglia produces 70% of Italy`s olive oil.So do pick a few bottles of cerignola olive oil when you visit Puglia, produced from a large green olive typical of the type of olive found in Puglia.
If you are passionate of local wine, then Puglia is the right place where you can experience the taste and at the same time get the chance to buy wine at discounted prices.
Sun dried tomatoes, artichokes, balsamic onions, melanzane and zucchini are characteristic of Puglia in addition to a wide variety of nuts including almonds, pistachio and hazelnuts and pulses including ceci, fave, cannelini and borlotti beans.
The other popular items found in Puglia are liqueurs and grappa. Liqueurs are usually made from fruit including melon, fig and bilberries or nuts such as almonds and hazelnuts.
Puglia is also known for various events celebrated throughout the year. Plan your travel to Puglia during these months to witness these fascinating festivals.To name a few, we have the following events on the list.
1.Carnevale Putignano Carnival celebrated during the first weekend in February
2 St. Nicolas Bari Festival held on June 7/8/9
3 Monopoli Festivals ring celebrated during the months of July – Sept
4.Alberobello Folk Festival hosted during the first weekend in August
5.Locorotondo Street Festival celebrated on August 16
6.Ostuni Festival and Procession hosted on August 26 August
7.Alberobello Festival celebrated on September 27/28
Do y0u have any experiences that you’d like to share with us about Puglia? Do feel free to comment here. We’d love to hear from you.
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