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Apulia, also known as Puglia, is a region located in the southern part of Italy. It is situated in the "heel" of the country's boot-shaped peninsula, bordered by the Adriatic Sea to the east, the Ionian Sea to the southeast, and the Gulf of Taranto to the south. The region covers an area of 19,358 square kilometres and has a population of approximately 4 million people.

Apulia has a rich history dating back to ancient civilizations, including the Greeks, Romans, and Normans. This is evident in the region's architecture, art, and cultural traditions. The region has also been influenced by other civilizations, such as the Byzantines, Arabs, and Spanish, resulting in a unique blend of cultures.

The landscape of Apulia is diverse, with a mix of flat plains, rolling hills, and coastline. The region is known for its fertile land, producing a variety of agricultural products, including olives, grapes, and wheat. The olive oil produced in Apulia is renowned for its high quality and is a staple ingredient in the region's cuisine.

Apulia is also home to several charming coastal towns, such as Polignano a Mare, Ostuni, and Gallipoli, which attract tourists with their picturesque beaches, historic buildings, and delicious seafood. The region's capital city, Bari, is a bustling port town and a major cultural and economic centre.

In addition to its natural and cultural attractions, Apulia also offers a wide range of activities for visitors to enjoy. These include hiking and biking through the countryside, exploring ancient ruins and castles, and participating in local festivals and traditions.

Overall, Apulia is a beautiful and vibrant region, offering a mix of history, culture, and natural beauty. It is a must-visit destination for those looking to experience the true essence of southern Italy.

Apulia is a beautiful region located in the southern part of Italy, known for its rich and diverse culinary culture. The region's cuisine is heavily influenced by its location, with a strong focus on seafood and fresh ingredients.

One of the most famous dishes in Apulia is orecchiette, a type of pasta shaped like small ears, often served with a tomato-based sauce and topped with grated cheese. Another popular dish is burrata, a type of creamy cheese made from mozzarella and cream, often served with fresh tomatoes and olive oil.

Seafood is also a staple in Apulian cuisine, with dishes such as grilled octopus, fried calamari, and seafood risotto being common favourites. The region is also known for its use of vegetables and legumes, with dishes like fava beans with chicory and eggplant parmigiana being popular choices.

In addition to its delicious food, Apulia is also known for its excellent wines. The region produces a variety of wines, including the famous Primitivo and Negroamaro, both of which are rich and full-bodied red wines. These wines pair perfectly with the hearty and flavourful dishes of Apulia.

Apulia is also deeply rooted in cultural traditions, which can be seen in its cuisine. Family meals are an important part of Apulian culture, with dishes being passed down through generations. Many traditional recipes have been preserved and are still enjoyed today, making Apulian cuisine a true reflection of the region's history and traditions.

Apulia, also known as Puglia, is a beautiful region located in the south of Italy. It is famous for its stunning landscapes, charming towns, and rich cultural traditions. But one of the things that truly sets Apulia apart is its delicious food and wines.

The cuisine of Apulia is influenced by its long history and various cultural influences. It is known for its simplicity, using fresh and locally sourced ingredients to create flavourful dishes. Olive oil is a staple in Apulian cooking, as the region is home to numerous olive groves. Pasta is also a popular dish, with orecchiette being the most famous type of pasta in the region. It is often served with a variety of sauces, including tomato-based sauces and seafood sauces.

Seafood is a significant part of Apulian cuisine, as the region has a long coastline. Some of the most popular seafood dishes include grilled octopus, fried calamari, and seafood risotto. Meat dishes are also prevalent, with lamb, pork, and beef being popular choices. One of the most famous meat dishes in Apulia is the Bombette, a type of grilled meat wrapped in bacon and stuffed with cheese.

When it comes to wines, Apulia is home to some of the best in Italy. The region is known for its full-bodied red wines, such as Primitivo and Negroamaro. These wines are perfect for pairing with the hearty and flavourful dishes of Apulia. White wines, such as Fiano and Verdeca, are also popular and go well with seafood dishes.

In addition to its delicious food and wines, Apulia is also known for its rich cultural traditions. One of the most famous traditions is the Festa di San Nicola, a celebration dedicated to the patron saint of the region. This festival features parades, music, and delicious food, making it a must-visit for anyone visiting Apulia.

Overall, Apulia is a region that truly has something for everyone. From its stunning landscapes to its delicious food and wines, it is a destination that should not be missed by anyone looking to experience the best of Italian culture. So, if you ever find yourself in the south of Italy, be sure to explore the flavours and traditions of Apulia.

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The South of Italy

9 REGIONS from LAZIO to SICILY

 

ABRUZZO

    Abruzzo is a region in central Italy that has two contrasting sides, yet one heart. On one side, it is a mountainous and hilly region, with the highest peaks in the Apennines like the Gran Sasso and the Majella massif, as well as the only Apennine glacier. On the other side, it overlooks a stunning stretch of the Adriatic Sea, with some of the most popular beaches. Abruzzo is truly a place with something for everyone, and its majestic beauty has captivated visitors for centuries.

APULIA

Apulia, a land located in the centre of the Mediterranean at the southern extremity of Europe, offers splendid views from commanding positions, over fertile valleys towards the sparkling Adriatic, delicious food and wine and a wonderful warm climate. Here, Nature imposes itself with a wonderful variety of rich colours: red earth, dark green pine, silvery green olive trees and lush vineyards; sparkling white labyrinths of towns which seem to glisten in the sun; milky white medieval centres with tangles of streets and alleyways, all against a backdrop of the deep blue Mediterranean Sea. In this land you will find gems of architectural and historical interest: Romanesque, Byzantine and  Baroque churches, cathedrals, castles, towers, prehistorical remains and last but not least the Trulli Houses.

BASILICATA

Basilicata, magical and vague. Land of light and clay, woods and mountains, that can lead to the desire of its discovery without noticing. This is a small region who’s solitary mountains gently fall to the Tyrrhenian Sea on one side and to the Ionian Sea on the other. Basilicata is surrounded by other territories of Southern Italy, like Calabria that leads to Sicily, Campania with it's Amalfi Coast and Sorrento, or Apulia with it's Trulli Houses. Some of it's typical villages lay peacefully on the rocks allowing a silent and reserved stay with great views of it’s rugged coast, others lay next to the beach, surrounded by nature, offering fun and entertainment.

CALABRIA

This is a land with a wonderful coast line; dramatic cliffs overhanging secluded bays; steep cliff paths to small rocky coves; islands and caves to explore; long stretches of beach, gently curving into the distance all are lapped by the clear, azure sea. Calabria makes up the "toe" of Italy and is an area little known to British visitors. The scenery is spectacular and dramatic, rising to over 6000 ft in the mountains, and dropping steeply to the coast with its long stretches of beach, crescent-shaped bays, craggy cliffs and islands dotted about in the crystal clear, blue, Tyrrhenian and Ionian seas. You will be spoilt for choice whether in the mountains or on the coast, there is more to see and explore than can possibly be done in a couple of weeks. On the other hand, the slow southern Italian pace of life is perfect for just relaxing. Calabria is steeped in history, myth and legend. There are prehistoric settlements and early cave dwellings. The region features in the writings of Homer and Virgil and has been fought over by Hannibal, Romans, Sparticans and many others. It is also rich in living tradition and folklore. Throughout the year, there is a wealth of festivals and carnivals, involving much music and dancing, often in traditional costume.

CAMPANIA

This is the land where the deep South of Italy truly begins. Campania is the region that houses wonderful world wide known sceneries like the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento and Capri but is also doorway to other most beautiful locations of Southern Italy like Calabria with it's wonderful rugged coast, Sicily and it's romantic and historic towns like Agrigento and Taormina, and also just few hours away from Apulia and it's characteristic Trulli Houses or Basilicata with beautiful towns like Maratea. Campania features a volcanic sea of the deepest shade of blue lined with miles of dramatic coast and dotted with such lovely islands that almost seem to be tiny, brightly coloured jewels. Sharp contrasts don't miss in this region going from the heat, noise and urban sprawl of troubled Naples to the calming qualities of Sorrento, from the romantic islands of Capri and Ischia to the undiscovered coastline of Cilento. One typicality of Campania will never miss throughout the whole region and that's the warm welcoming as well as the calm qualities of it's people. Enjoy all of Campania's culinary gems, starting from the world known "pizza" that originates from this region of Italy, and created in Honour of the Queen Margherita, going through it's cakes and sweets and ending to it's typical liquors.

LAZIO

Lazio is a region located in central Italy, and is home to the country’s capital city of Rome. It is considered the “heart of Italy” because it is centrally located and is home to the Papal State of Vatican City, the seat of the Catholic Church. The region has a long history and is known for its natural beauty, with many lakes, mountains, and hills. It is also home to many important archaeological sites, including the ruins of Ancient Rome and the Etruscan city of Veii. Lazio is an important cultural center, with numerous museums, art galleries, and theaters. It is also home to some of Italy's best universities, including La Sapienza University of Rome and The American University of Rome.

MOLISE

The Molise region shared its history with Abruzzo until the fall of the Roman Empire, as evidenced by findings in Pineta of Homo Aeserniensis, who moved between the two regions on a seasonal basis. All the main centres in Molise became Roman colonies with the conquests during the Social War and the Samnite Wars and Second Punic Wars (such as Morrone del Sannio, Isernia, Larino, Venafro and Pietrabbondante), with the formation of new Christian-led urbanisations, such as the Diocese of Trivento, until the Normans arrived.

Invasions by the Goths and Lombards followed and, after the latter's conversion to Catholicism, the church gained much power over Molise.
A key date in the history of Molise is 1221, when Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor turned Molise into a district of imperial justice. Several monasteries were founded here, including the splendid site of the Madonna delle Grotte in Rocchetta a Volturno.

 

SARDINIA

Seaside views in Sardinia are among the most marvellous in the world. Beautiful little isles scattered around its coastline. The coasts are scraggy and rocky, surrounded by shallow sea and astonishing beaches of fine sand and coves. Striking beauty of nature, christal-emerald clear waters of the Mediterranean sea, warm, welcoming people, typical cuisine, old traditions and wonderfull culture, all in one territory, with museums to visit, plenty of activities to take part to, natural environments to explore or beautifull beaches to simply relax on. Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean, full of culture, history, nature, folklore and entertainment.

SICILY

This wonderful island is the home of great historic and romantic sites like Agrigento and Taormina and only few hours away from other beautiful locations of Southern Italy like Calabria and it's wonderful rugged coast, Campania and it's splendid sites like the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento, Capri, or even Apulia and it's characteristic Trulli Houses. This beautiful island hoststhe Mount Etna, Europe's highest and most active volcano, which looms menacingly over the eastern end of the island. If you are lucky, you could witness the glow of molten lava flowing from fissures in the rock and the most spectacular fireworks display you have ever seen. This is the island that hosts great historical architectural buildings andwhere Africa meets Europe blending Baroque with Classical. Sicily is a land where not only you can sit and enjoy the heat of the sun but also discover and explore its Greek Temples, Baroque churches and any other historical site you can find. No need for great studies to make great discoveries: Sicily will just show them to you, with all their glamour.

 

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MOUNT VESUVIUS VOLCANO

POMPEI ERCOLANO PAESTUM

AMALFI POSITANO COAST

MOUNT ETNA VOLCANO

STROMBOLI VOLCANO

EOLIAN ISLANDS

CAPRI ISLAND

TRULLI LAND

FRIENDLY PEOPLE

HOT ROMANTIC CHARACTER

BREATH TAKING COASTAL VIEWS

BREATH TAKING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

HISTORICAL CHARACTER MONUMENTS

TRADITIONAL OLD CHARACTER ROOKED TOWNS

LOCAL TRADITIONAL CELLAR WINES TESTING

LOCAL TRADITIONAL FOOD

LOCAL TRADITIONAL CHEFS

LOCAL TRADITIONAL WINES

 

 

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