Anyone who looks up information about Puglia - accommodation, transportation options, sights to see, itineraries and more - will most likely find Trani on top of the list of places to see. And for good reason: it's beautiful!
First Stop, Trani
If you're looking to holiday in Puglia, accommodation is as varied as the kinds of landscapes waiting for you there! You have your choice of farmhouses amidst acres of olive groves, trulli (beehive shaped limestone dwellings), lush villas with pools and beachside cottages. Even better, having picked one of these, you won't even miss out on the other landscapes - many wonderful attractions are just a train ride or a day trip away.
If it's the sea that calls out to you, however, there's one place you may want to consider as your base: Trani. This picturesque harbour town has a magical quality that puts it on top of almost every list of must-see places in Puglia. Accommodation in a villa here will give you the freedom to explore at your leisure.
What To See By The Sea
The historic character and beautiful views in this lovingly restored seaport town make it one of the perfect choices for your Puglia accommodation. From here, one can visit the cathedral cities and towns such as Molfetta, Bitonto, Ruvo di Puglia and Castel del Monte, or take a drive to stunning Lecce. In town, however, there are many sights to see and places to visit as well.
One can bask in the refreshing sea air in the harbour area with its fishing boats (and fish market offering the freshest catch for great seafood lunches and dinners) as well as yachts, quaint bars and cafes, and a beautiful public garden to while away the laid-back sunny days.
The Trani Cathedral. Literally perched at the edge of the sea is one of the must-see attractions and the main monument of Trani: the cathedral, dedicated to St. Nicholas the Pilgrim, a Greek who died in Trani in 1094 while on a pilgrimage to Rome. Considered one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in the region, this basilica with three apses from the local white limestone, is a sight to behold at any time of day - but particularly during sunset, or lit up at night. It is characterised by being a double church with a tower, and by its beautifully ornamented Arabesque walls and bronze doors. From the side wall you can access the crypt of the saint.
Castello di Trani. Constructed to mirror the shape of the Adriatic Sea, Trani Castle was erected by Frederick II of Swabia. The site of his son Manfred's wedding to Helen of Epirus is another must see attraction. Come in the summer and catch one of the famous re-enactments of the wedding and join in the festivities.
Food Tasting And More! You simply must sample as much of the local cuisine as possible: fresh meats, bread, and most of all the seafood - lavished with olive oil and washed down with amazing wines. The food choices alone are enough to make you glad you discovered Trani!
Helen Forbes is from Essential Italy, a company specialising in Italian holiday villas, apartments and hotels. If you're looking for the perfect Puglia accommodation contact us. Our handpicked Puglia accommodation offers distinctive Italian qualities, great comfort and convenience.
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