Otranto Puglia-Apulia
A land much contested over the centuries, flourishing city with an economy linked to the land and the sea.
Otranto has for years been synonymous with the region of Salento. The region is known as "Terra d'Otranto" because of the town's cultural and commercial importance. Otranto is positioned between the Adriatic Sea and the Idro Valley.
The city is made up of an old town, with fortifications looking out over the natural port, and the modern part of the city, situated between Mount Carlo Magno and the Minerva Hill. To see: the Cathedral, the Aragon castle, the Borgo Antico, the Byzantine Church of St Pietro, the Church of St Maria dei Martiri, the Alimini Lakes, the Badisco Port and the Grotta del Cervo.
Suggested hotels Otranto and surroundings
5 stars luxury
Palazzo del Corso Gallipoli
Built in the mid 1800's in the heart of Gallipoli, for over a century Palazzo del Corso served as the elegant residence of members of the local noble classes prior to its transformation in...
Patria Palace Lecce
The 5 star luxury hotel Patria Palace is situated in the historic center of Lecce, a fascinating Apulian city of art located in territory between the Adriatic and Ionic seas. Lecce, for the immense...
Historical Residences
Masseria Bernardini Narḍ
Masseria Bernardini is the expression of a new concept of hospitality known as "Home & More". Contemporary living spaces and a family style welcome await guests arriving at this...
Farmhouse Holidays
Tenuta Specolizzi Salve
Tenuta Specolizzi is situated in the area of Southern Apulia known as the Salento; within easy reach of all of the region's most popular seaside resorts and important tourist destinations such as...
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