Gargano, a place of beautiful sandy beaches, olive and citrus groves. Torre Guaceto Nature Reserve is a natural oasis and a marine protected area with a rare ecosystem inhabited by a large number of animal species. The Tremiti Islands are the only archipelago in the region, consisting of 5 islands in a marine reserve, which is also a diving paradise. The beautiful seaside town of Polignano a Mare, located in a panoramic position, is famous for its sea caves. The Salento area is a fascinating place. This area is unique for its history and traditions, farms and white sandy beaches and crystal clear sea, it is also called the Maldives of Italy.
Apulian cuisine is based on simple ingredients. The most famous dish is homemade pasta Orechiette with broccoli leaves. Tiella is also a typical dish, made from rice, potatoes, mussels, onions and tomatoes. The specialties are also the mussels “alla Tarantina”, flavored with tomato sauce or boiled squid “alla Pinata” in a clay pot with onions, tomatoes and herbs, a typical dish for the Salento region. Cream-filled Pasticiotto Leccese is a typical dessert in the Salento region. When it comes to street food, be sure to omit the photo shoot in Bari in many variations or fried Panzerotto stuffed with tomatoes and mozzarella. Apulia is also a country of renowned wines, the most famous brands are Primitivodi Mnaduri, Negroamaro, Salice Salentino and Castel del Monte Aglianico.