Located in the heart of the city of Taranto, the Temple of Poseidon is an important archaeological site dating back to the era of Greek colonization. The temple, built around the 6th century BC, is dedicated to Poseidon, the god of the sea. Currently, only two Doric columns survive, providing a valuable testimony of the ancient architecture of Magna Graecia. 

The original building must have been imposing, with a considerable number of columns surrounding the naos (or cella), the main interior space of the temple. 

Lecce, in the heart of Salento, is one of the most charming cities in Puglia, famous for its extraordinary artistic and architectural heritage in Baroque style. Often called the "Florence of the South," Lecce surprises with the elegance of its churches, noble palaces, and squares sculpted in Leccese stone, a limestone rock with a warm golden color that reflects the sunlight creating magical and evocative atmospheres. 

Bari, the capital of Apulia and overlooking the Adriatic Sea, is a city with a strong and welcoming character, merging the ancient soul of tradition with the dynamic thrust of a Southern metropolis. Known for being the city of Saint Nicholas, a beloved patron not only in Italy but also in the Orthodox world, Bari is a destination for pilgrimage and spirituality, as well as for art, culture, and vibrant urban life. 

Located in the heart of Puglia, Taranto is a unique city in the Italian landscape, suspended between the charm of the past and the vitality of the present. Known as the "City of the Two Seas" for its particular position between the Great Sea and the Small Sea, Taranto boasts a deep connection with the sea, which has always influenced its culture, economy, and way of life.

Manduria is a charming municipality in Puglia, situated between the Salento plain and the Ionian Sea, known for being the homeland of the famous Primitivo di Manduria, one of Italy's most appreciated red wines. Its origins date back to the ancient civilization of the Messapians, of which impressive testimonies remain such as the megalithic walls, the Archaeological Park, and the suggestive Pliniano Spring, an ancient spring carved into the rock.

Locorotondo is one of the most charming and characteristic villages in Puglia, located in the heart of the Itria Valley, in the province of Bari. Its name comes from the circular shape of the historic center, an orderly labyrinth of cobbled alleys, whitewashed houses, and flowered balconies, which give the town a fairy-tale and luminous atmosphere.

Nestled on the hills of the Valle d'Itria, Martina Franca is one of the most charming cities in Puglia, known for its refined Baroque architecture and elegant atmosphere found among white alleyways and noble palaces. The historic center, a labyrinth of cobblestone streets and scenic arches, houses treasures such as the Basilica of San Martino, a masterpiece of Lecce Baroque, and the Ducal Palace, a venue for exhibitions and cultural events.

Ostuni, known as the “White City”, is one of the most charming gems of Puglia, located on three hills a few kilometers from the Adriatic Sea, in the province of Brindisi. Its historic center, with its intricate labyrinth of cobblestone streets, staircases, and white lime arches, offers picturesque views and breathtaking panoramas that open onto centuries-old olive groves and the turquoise waters of the coast.

Castel del Monte is one of the most fascinating and mysterious monuments in Italy, located in the region of Puglia, on a hill about 540 meters above sea level, near the city of Andria. It was built in the 13th century by order of the Emperor Frederick II of Swabia, one of the most enigmatic and enlightened figures of the European Middle Ages.