Taranto, Puglia

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Discover Taranto: Private Tours, Experiences & Custom Travel

Taranto is one of the largest industrial port cities in Italy and home to Italy's largest oil refineries. Most certainly driving into the city with a lot of the industrial machinery and port equipment which greets you, does not make for a 'great first impression' necessarily, but inside the city is a truly authentic, impressive and sophisticated city center which awaits visitors.

It is certainly a place where you find a mixture of ancient and modern, right next to each other, with the old town and industrial part of this working city being in such close proximity both of which look out across the Ionic Sea. It's strategic position has always been important because of its position and also because of the port, part of which is today a military base.

The symbol of Taranto is its historic turning bridge which unites the old and new town. The landscape seen from the higher areas of the city is captivating, with a panorama which stretches from the Calabrian mountains to the Cheradi islands. For those who love the sea, Taranto promises white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters, along kilometers and kilometers of untouched coastline.

To visit: Palazzo del Governo, constructed on the site of the ancient Alhambra, theNational Archeological Museum, the Museum of Taranto underground and the Natural History Museum. Traditional events held in the city include the Taranto Palio, Easter Monday Tango a Taranto, and the Sunday Market.

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Taranto Through Our Eyes

Photographed during our own travels and research, these images follow the journey through Taranto, from the first view of the landscape to the small details that give the place its character.

Aragonese castle of Taranto, the old city and the industrial port, from the waterfront. Puglia, Italy

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Magical Matera and Puglia Private Discovery Experience

Embark on a captivating 6-day private tour exploring the enchanting regions of Matera and Puglia in southern Italy. Delve into the rich history and stunning landscapes of these areas as you visit Matera, known for its ancient cave dwellings, Bari wit...

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Torre Canne

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