As summer approaches, it’s time to decide where to spend your holidays. If you are looking for a crystal clear sea and beautiful and spectacular beaches you do not need to go abroad, but it is enough to turn to our South, more specifically to Puglia. The heel of our boot is divided between two seas, the Ionian and the Adriatic, offering tourists a large number of solutions.
Discover with us the ten best beaches in Puglia.
Torre Pozzelle
Near Ostuni you can find the locality known as Torre Pozzelle. It is a point where the coast is still quite pristine. Its main feature is the presence of five coves, where there are as many sandy beaches.
The water here is particularly clear, and the landscape is characterized by an almost atypical element, the remains of an Aragonese tower still in good condition.
It can be easily reached from Ostuni by car.
Bay of Turks
The Bay of the Turks bears this name by virtue of its historical importance. It seems in fact that it is here that landed the Turkish soldiers who laid siege to the city of Otranto at the end of ‘400.
The Bay of the Turks is part of the protected oasis of the Alimini lakes. The aim of the institutions is to preserve this area as pristine as possible. The beach is covered with fine sand and the color is typically light.
Lama Monachile
We now move on to a beach that in summer is usually quite crowded, but that for its uniqueness deserves equally to be mentioned in this event. We are talking about the beach of Lama Monachile, located a few meters from the center of Polignano a Mare, one of the most popular destinations for tourists who want to spend their holidays in Puglia.
It is not a sandy beach, but consists of small stones and pebbles. The sea becomes deep after a few meters, making it perfect for extreme diving competitions that here finds its ideal environment.
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Portogreco
The Gargano is one of the most beautiful areas of Puglia, where the green of the wooded area meets with pristine beaches. A good example is Portogreco, near Vieste. To get to the beach you have to go through a path surrounded by greenery. The beach is completely free, and the bottom drops a few meters, ideal for those who want to take a bath in its crystal clear waters.
Porto Selvaggio
If you have chosen the Ionian coast for your holidays we suggest you spend at least a day on the beach of Porto Selvaggio. This area is part of the territory of a Regional Park, a body that takes care of its protection. It is a pebble beach, free of bathing establishments, and easy to reach. The water is among the clearest and cleanest you can meet. It is located near the town of Nardò.
Torre dell’Orso
We return to the coast overlooking the Adriatic Sea, and where the area of Torre dell’Orso is located. This seaside resort is not far from Melendugno, and is characterized by numerous beaches, all with a common element: the sand that takes on a particular color similar to silver.
The sea is usually very clear, thanks to the currents in this area are quite constant, constantly moving and cleaning the water.
Punta Prosciutto
One of the most famous beaches in Puglia is undoubtedly that of Punta Prosciutto, which has become the protagonist of many photos that over the years have been shared on social networks, increasing the notoriety of this town. The beach in the territory of the Protected Marine Area of Porto Cesareo, often abbreviated as AMP. The landscape is nothing short of incredible: the crystal clear sea meets the white of the sand. Prepare to fill your eyes with wonder.
Torre Mozza
In Ugento there is the coast of Torre Mozza, dominated by a tower that over time began to have just the shape of a tower cut in half. This beach is very sandy, has a color ranging from white to silver, and is very close to the urban area, a detail that makes it easily accessible by anyone.
Baia Calenella
This beach is located near Vico del Gargano, and is located in a real cove, a recess where the sand has a golden color. The coast is very wide, and despite being very busy it is not difficult to find a good space to spend the day. The beach gives the back to Monte Pucci, ideal for those who want to take a walk and climb to a point from which to admire the entire coastline.
Punta della Suina
Near Gallipoli the most beautiful beach where you can spend your days is without any doubt that of Punta della Suina. There are both an establishment and a stretch of free beach, so as to meet the needs of holidaymakers. The beach is typically sandy, but there is also a rocky promontory that plunges into the sea, perfect for those looking for a beach without sand.
Autore: Andrea Prosperi
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