Italy > Apulia

Posted on 05/07/2010

If you are looking for a summer vacation that combines sea, sun and relaxation, Vieste and Gargano Promontory are for you. The Apulian town that for most months living from agriculture and fishing in summer is a perfect place to spend the holidays with his family.

Vieste is bordered by long sandy beaches where there are numerous tourist facilities aimed at every type of clientele, ranging from resorts because of high level equipped campsites. The city, with its picturesque old town features typical alleyways of the medieval period, is perched on a rocky hill that allows magnificent views of the sea. In the evening the town comes to life, the restaurants and tables are put on roads closed to traffic and there are numerous cultural and musical events that are organized every year.

The kitchen is a triumph of cuisine, typical dishes and Mediterranean flavors. Why not try orecchiette handmade, and many simple dishes where the vegetables are to dominate the fish and clearly. In July of each year hosts the famous "Fair and taste recipes" where he also takes a major competition of international cuisine. Do not forget the valuable oil is also produced in these areas and full-bodied wine of Puglia.

Also nearby Vieste offer places worth a visit, remind the many sea caves, the caves of Castellana, Tremiti Islands, Castel del Monte and San Giovanni Rotondo course, invaded every year by thousands of faithful of Padre Pio. Vieste is easy and direct access by air from near Bari airport, train or car via the A14. Gargano has a mild climate all year round, the best time to visit is still the summer, even during the other months because most of the tourist facilities are closed.