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Comune in Apulia, Italy
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Gallipoli (Salentino: Caḍḍìpuli) is a town of 20,600 inhabitants in the Apulia region of Italy, on the west coast of Salento Peninsula, facing the Ionian Sea. Gallipoli has become one of the main Italian tourist destinations for summer holidays, because of its beach resorts, enchanting historic center and vibrant nightlife.
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Basilica di Sant'Agata
Imposing Baroque church completed in 1696, with the facade in Lecce stone and the Latin cross plan interior rich of statues and paintings. It has been declared Italian national monument in 1940.
Baroque church built in 1665 overlooking the Seno della Purità (Cove of the Purity). The sober facade hides a single nave interior rich of paintings, one by Luca Giordano.
Ancient medieval church of the 13th century, completely renovated in the 18th century in baroque architectural style. The two aisles contains ten richly decorated altars.
Castello angioino-aragonese
A wooden drawbridge permits the entry to this imposing defensive structure of the 11th century, rebuilt and restored several times. It is border by the sea on three sides, while the semi-circular bastion, overlooking the modern centre, is completely surrounded by the waters of the Seno del Canneto (Cove of the Cane field).
Sanctuary erected in 1750 along the promenade. The exterior is quite simple and sober, while the single nave interior is almost totally white and is a true triumph of baroque decorations and stuccoes.
A dazzling white facade enriched by a pediment in limestone. Inside it is possible to admire a majestic harmonium of the 18th century.
Sober white exterior and a decorated interior rich of floral designs.
Museo Diocesano
Centro di cultura del mare
Multimedia museum about the sea and its flora.
Fontana Greca
The name derives from the presence of caryatids and bas-reliefs depicting the mythological metamorphosis of Dirce, Salmacis, and Byblis.. It had been considered the most ancient fountain of Italy, also if many consider it dating to the Renaissance. The exact dating remains a mystery.
Baroque sanctuary facing the characteristic fishing port of Seno del Canneto. It was built in the late 17th century on the site of a church owned by the Teutonic Order. The interior is preceded by a portico with three round-arches and is decorated various paintings and a XVIII century harmonium.
A large water park with giant slides and many other attractions, 2 km north of the city centre.
Teatro comunale "Giuseppe Garibaldi"
The most ancient theatre of Apulia, built in 1825 as Teatro del Giglio, in honour to the House of Bourbon. It is the most elegant one of the city and it's focused on theatrical exhibitions, conferences with actors and musicians and cinema projections of cultural interest.
Built in 1976 with a capacity of 1550 viewers. It is mainly used as a cinema, but sometimes it hosts theatrical performances.
500-seat hall built in 1900 and dedicated to Tito Schipa, one of the greatest leggero tenors of all times. It is mainly focused on cinema projections.
True neapolitan pizza few steps from Corso Roma.
Romantic seafood restaurant on a rock at sea facing the bridge.
Suggestive restaurant on the ancient walls overlooking the sea, specialized in seafood.
Appetizers and excellent ice cream, cakes and a wide choice of pastries.
Elegant lounge and living store in the heart of the old town's island, where you can choose between a wide selection of wines and cocktails.
Le Cave
Well-known open air club with the presence of many world-famous deejays.
Large open air disco in the northern suburb of the town, with excellent cocktails and commercial music, a bit expensive compared to nearby clubs.
3-star few minutes by foot from the old city, with an enchanting view of the sea.
3-star hotel close to the Natural Park of Punta Pizzo. Open air pool, restaurant, free WiFi, at only 300 m from the sea.
Excellent 3-star hotel in the seaside locality of Rivabella, with free WiFi, restaurant, open air pool, shuttle service to/from Brindisi airport.
3-star hotel with pool, free parking, free Wi-Fi and shuttle bus service, located in the modern town.
By train
Gallipoli is well served by regional trains via Ferrovie del Sud Est (FSE)
By bus
Various private bus companies provides links from cities of Italy, France, Germany and Switzerland to Gallipoli:
By car
By car
During summer streets can be extremely busy especially at night and find a parking can literally become an adventure!
On foot
The only option to explore the historic centre after you have crossed the bridge. Walk along the boardwalk of the island to admire the magnificent view then lose yourself in the narrow alleys.
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