Castles of Puglia

Gallipoli Castle

Why are there so many castles in Puglia?   There are more than 100 castles and fortresses scattered throughout Puglia.  This number includes everything from famous, well-preserved sites like Castel del Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to smaller, lesser-known fortresses and watchtowers found in the countryside or along the coast. Many have been restored and […]

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