Dance, magic, music, joy, love, liberation: if you asked a Salentinian what the pizzica means, he would respond with these words. Pizzica (pinch) is the famous popular dance spread throughout Salento, the heel of Italy, and has ancient origins.

In recent years it has been exported and known thanks to the Night of the Taranta held in late August in Melpignano. Although the pandemic from Covid-19 prevents us from coming together and dancing together, you can still learn a little more and learn the steps of this wonderful and engaging dance.