Torre Sasso Diroccato
Andrano
The Torre del Sasso, also known as the “Tower of the Myth”, was built in the 16th century. This is a typical example of military architecture, built for defensive reasons. At the time, he had a system of cannons to warn the inhabitants of the surrounding areas in the event of danger. Currently, only the ruins are left, positioned more than 100 m above sea level.
Masseria del Mito
Andrano
The Masseria, located between Tricase and Andrano, was established in the plant of the Abbey of Santa Maria del Mito, which dates back to the 8th century. She took this function only in the '600, because of the problems she had, which forced her, later, to be desecrated. The building was badly damaged by the Turks, and as a result, today only the remaining ruins of the original plant can be admired.
Torre di Andrano ruderi
Andrano
The tower is of sixteenth-century origins and is located near the coastal area. In fact, we are talking only about what has remained from the original construction: a truncated conical structure, which at the time connected the north side with the south side.
Castello Spinola
Andrano
The Spinola Castle dates back to the 13th century and over the years it was modified, according to the needs of the period. It is the typical example of military architecture, as it was fortified several times, but inside you can see many Baroque elements of the '700. Today it is owned by the Municipality of Andrano and headquarters of “Costa Otranto”, the Regional Natural Park.
Chiesa Matrice di Gagliano del Capo
Gagliano del Capo
(15 Km)
Castello di Montesardo
Alessano
(12 Km)
The castle was built between the 15th and 16th century and is located in the oldest part of the country. The building underwent several transformations, it was first purchased by the Romasi barons, then, at a later time by the Vocationist Fathers. It is currently used as a nursing home for the elderly.
Chiesa Madre di San Nicola Magno
Salve
(16 Km)
The Mother Church of St. Nicholas the Great dates back to the 6th century; restored and expanded for the first time between 1577 and 1593, it assumed its present appearance in 1672. It was most likely built on the ruins of a temple dedicated to the god Janus, the ancient church, dedicated to SS. Salvatore, corresponds to the portion of the span that currently precedes the high altar.
Chiesa di Sant’Antonio da Padova
Salve
(16 Km)
The Church of Saint Anthony of Padua was built in the second half of the twentieth century, expanding the ancient chapel of Santa Maria. The facade, in Lecce stone, has a round arch entrance surmounted by a central rose window and a large cross. The interior houses two frescoes from the second half of the sixteenth century representing the Annunciation and the Last Judgment.
Chiesa di Santu Lasi
Salve
(16 Km)
The Church of San Biagio, locally known by the name of Santu Lasi, has a sober facade, with central portal and window, on which the coat of arms of the municipality of Salve is carved. The interior houses a stone statue of San Biagio and frescoes from various eras.
Masseria del Fano
Salve
(16 Km)
The farm of Fano stands at the top of the eastern side of the Canal, a short distance from the archaeological site of the “Chiusa”. It dominates the entire area and offers panoramic views across the surrounding area.
Villaggio Protoappenninico di Spigolizzi
Salve
(16 Km)
The ProtoApennine Village of Spigolizzi was created In the 15th century to defend itself against the attacks of the Turks. The Salvesi built a small but well-equipped Fortilizio, thanks to which they valiantly resisted the assaults of the Barbarian privateers.
Cappella di Sant'Anna
Salve
(16 Km)
The chapel of Sant'Anna, built in the late 18th century by the Alemanno family, is located on the road that connects the town to the marina of Pescoluse. It is characterized by the simple architectural lines typical of rural buildings. Inside you can admire an interesting fresco depicting Sant'Anna.
Cappella del S.S.Crocifisso
Salve
(14 Km)
The Chapel of the SS Crucifix was built in 1593 by Don Ferrante Delli Falconi. This is characterized by its sober architectural lines, typical of rural religious buildings. Currently, the chapel is completely bare inside.
Torre Lupo
Diso
(3 Km)
The Lupo Tower is located about 105 meters above sea level, and was built at the end of the fifteenth century for reasons of defence against the Saracen attacks. The tower has a cylindrical shape, and is 7 meters high. Until 1986 the structure was in total abandonment, later it became private property. However, it is currently in a very bad state of preservation.
Torre Pali Diroccato
Salve
(22 Km)
Torre Pali is one of the numerous coastal watchtowers built in the 16th century by Charles V to defend the Salento territory from the invasions of the Saracen pirates. At the time of construction, the tower was on the mainland, but due to coastal erosion, it is now completely surrounded by sea waters.
Torre di Palane
Tricase
(8 Km)
The Palane Tower, 15 meters high, is part of the system of the watchtowers of the Salento peninsula. The structure was built in the 16th century, and has a plan with a pyramidal trunk, built with sandstone blocks.
Castello di Tutino
Tricase
(6 Km)
The Castle of Tutino was built in 1580, by Don Luigi Trane. Originally, the castle had nine towers, of which today only five are left. Currently, the best preserved part is the back, the one facing east. The structure passed into the hands of several owners, the last were the Caputo, who allocated space for tobacco processing until the sixties of the last century.
Pal.Baronale
Poggiardo
(7 Km)
Museo della Civiltà Messapica
Poggiardo
(9 Km)