Rich in historical monuments and characterized by a beautiful coastline on the Ionian Sea, Gallipoli - city founded by ancient Greeks - is one of the most sought-after destinations in Salento.
Located on the west coast of the Salento peninsula in the Gulf of Taranto and overlooking the Sea Ionian, the 'Kallé Polis' (beautiful city) is divided into two well-defined areas: the 'Old City' founded from the ancient Greeks and the “new village”.
The old town, today a fascinating historic center, is rich in monuments and architectural details that testify to its great past: the famous fortifications, the & amp; nbsp; or the Angevin Castle are an example of this. Built in the 16th century and about one and a half kilometers long, the fortifications defended the city from the attacks of enemies coming from the sea. The Cathedral of Sant'Agata with its beautiful facade of the seventeenth century and its frescoes and paintings, demonstrates instead the vigor of the Lecce Baroque.
But to these points of interest is also added the coast, among the most fascinating and evocative in Italy, formed by low cliffs and beautiful beaches of golden sand bathed by a very clear sea; not surprisingly the entire coast during the nice season becomes the scene of numerous parties and initiatives intimately linked to the sea, such as the cuccagna on the water that marks the apogee of Feast of Santa Cristina (24 July).
Written by Kenneth Harrison - Last update: 23/10/2021
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