The funerary Hypogeum of Palazzo delli Ponti, in the heart of the Old Town of Taranto, is one of the most intriguing examples of hypogeal architecture in the area. Carved into the limestone, this underground environment bears witness to the funerary use of urban spaces since ancient times, probably in the Greek era and later readapted in Roman and medieval times. 

The Cloister of the convent of San Domenico is one of the most evocative spaces of ancient Taranto

, a precious testimony of the Dominican presence and the historical stratification of the city. Characterized by elegant porticoes with arches in local stone and sturdy columns, the cloister preserves the intimate atmosphere typical of monastic environments, designed for meditation and community life.

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Piazza Ebalia takes its name from the Latin Oebalia, the area from which the ancient city

of Taranto expanded. The name refers to Ebalo, a legendary king of Sparta: Latin poets referred to the city as Oebalia arx and its inhabitants as Ebalidi. Located at the center of the Lungomare Vittorio Emanuele III, the square offers a magnificent view of the Gulf of Taranto and is one of the most beloved and frequented public spaces in the city, a meeting point for sports celebrations and civic events.

Cisternino is one of the most charming villages in the Itria Valley, a harmonious mix of white alleys, stone arches, and flower-adorned balconies that tell the authentic soul of Puglia. Listed among the “Most Beautiful Villages in Italy”, its historic center retains its medieval structure, with winding streets that lead to panoramic views of the countryside dotted with centuries-old olive trees, dry stone walls, and trulli.

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.