Grecia Salentina
Greek Villages in Italy? Grecìa Salentina is an area of Puglia, Italy featuring a unique group of towns southeast of Lecce where an ancient Greek dialect called Griko is still spoken. It represents the “Greek soul” in southern Italy. This Greek influence is characterized by whitewashed architecture, Byzantine influences, and traditions like the Taranta music […]
Via Francigena del Sud (Pilgrimage routes of Puglia)
The Apostles landing at Santa Maria di Leuca created footprints known in local heritage, tradition and faith The abundance of ancient religious sites and traditions are deeply significant for the region’s Christian history and have shaped its identity as a place of pilgrimage. Santa Maria di Leuca and Apostolic […]