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All About Puglia

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An Introduction to Puglia, the Heel of Italy

In many respects, Puglia is the perfect holiday destination, offering not only some of Italy’s loveliest beaches but also a sublime climate, a series of fascinating towns, a number of important archaeological sites and, last but certainly not least, an excellent culinary tradition bristling with local specialities!

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Martina Franca Today

An exploration of the lovely Valle d’Itria (trulli country!) would not be complete without a visit to Martina Franca, the largest town in the area.

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History of Martina Franca

Martina Franca is a historic baroque city set in the unspoilt countryside of the Puglia region of Southern Italy. It is perfectly placed on the high Murge limestone plateau, between Bari and Brindisi on the Adriatic Sea and Taranto on the Ionian Coast.