Why We Love Puglia

Why Holiday In Puglia?Ever wondered why you should holiday in and travel Puglia? There are sandy beaches, rocky coves and a stunning coastline all set against the backdrop of the two crystal clear blue seas (The Ionian and the Adriatic). Salento is one of Puglia’s huge wine growing areas and the vino is not only great value it tastes fabulous too. The food is delicious, fresh and local. And for seafood lovers …..it’s as if you’ve died and gone to heaven!.Where Is Salento?Salento is that strip of land that forms the heel of the boot (Lo Stivale). It is located between two wonderful seas: the Ionian (West) and the Adriatic (East).There is more than 250 Km of coast line.Salento is a peninsular region belonging to the South-eastern part of Puglia.Geographically speaking, Salento corresponds to the old land of Otranto. It embraces the whole province of Lecce, with 97 villages and 39 small hamlets surrounded by the green of secular olive groves, tobacco and vineyards. It has white houses, narrow and winding roads and each town has its own dialect.Salento is also famous for its nature; there are 1390 different species of flower and plants.Salento is a land full of history and tradition. Its strong points are its natural and architectural beauty, its hospitality, its warm sun, its blue sky, its crystal sea and its dreamlike coast.