Castro
History Castrum Minervae, comes from ancient Roman times and the presence of a fortress/temple dedicated to Minerva. That promontory, (identified by archaeologists as the site of Castro), was a guide for sailors but also a spiritual and cultural crossroad for Greeks, Messapians and finally the Romans. According to legend, Aeneas offered a poetic description […]
Corigliano d’ Otranto
Corigliano d’Otranto Corigliano d’ Otranto is one of the oldest towns in the region of Puglia, with a history that dates back to the Roman Empire. The town has a number of historic landmarks, including a castle built in the 15th century and a beautiful cathedral dedicated to the patron saint of the town, […]