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Polignano a Mare's main attraction is Lama Monachile bay, whilst Monopoli is a charming seaside village known for its cathedral. Book dinner at Grotta Palazzese for incredible views or enjoy a sundowner at Fly Calaporto Bar.
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20 minutes south of Monopoli lies Ostuni or the ‘white city’. A must see! Alberobello village is a nearby UNESCO Heritage site known for its tiny trulli houses.
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The park harbours several protected areas, including the Marine Reserve of the Tremiti Islands with its extraordinary natural caves.
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Go here for white-sand beaches, and here for the Aperol: Isola Beach Club, Bahia Beach Club and Tayga Beach Club.
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Lecce is known as the ‘Florence of the south’. Go to Baldo Gelato for the best pistachio gelato and La Succursale for its famous pizza.