Hidden gems in Italy: discovering Martina Franca

Jun 05, 2022 604

Apulia is a region incredibly rich in wonderful landscapes and historical beauties. Alongside the most famous destinations, which attract tourists from Italy and the world every year, there are also some hidden treasures. One of these is the small fourteenth-century town of Martina Franca, located in the middle of the Itria Valley, in the province of Taranto.

This lively inland town has a lot to offer its visitors and also hosts a major cultural event every year. Made famous by the Angevin, in a territory that has actually been inhabited for millennia, Martina Franca was once a fortified town, entirely surrounded by walls. Today the fortifications no longer exist, but the Renaissance or Baroque doors that mark the entrance to the historic center are still visible and perfectly preserved.

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SOURCE: https://www.visititaly.eu

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