Sensational Southern Salento – Day Trips from Galatina

  Discover the Magic of Southern Salento A 2026 travel guide for your trip to Puglia- Best Places to Visit in Salento     The rich history and culture of the region contribute to its mystical allure. Southern Salento, part of the Puglia region, is home to Beautiful coastlines, ancient Greek ruins, Medieval castles, and […]

Grecia Salentina – Greek Villages in Southern Puglia

Corigliano d'Otranto arch with inscription

  Greek Villages in Southern Puglia? Grecìa Salentina is an area of Puglia, Italy featuring a unique group of towns southeast of Lecce where an ancient Greek dialect called Griko is still spoken.  It represents the “Greek soul” in southern Italy.  This Greek influence is characterized by whitewashed architecture, Byzantine influences, and traditions like the […]

Corigliano d’ Otranto a charming and historic Griko gem

Corlignano d'Otranto castle

Corigliano d’Otranto   Corigliano d’ Otranto is one of the oldest towns in the region of Puglia, with a history that dates back to the Roman Empire. The town has a number of historic landmarks, including a castle built in the 15th century and a beautiful cathedral dedicated to the patron saint of the town, […]