The gentle Puglian countryside

The Puglian countryside hides many little pleasant gems for those who love quiet tourism in contact with nature and the flavours of the past. Little lanes close to trees and grazing animals, masserie with hospitable inhabitants ready to show how cheese is made and let you taste the fruit, farm stays immersed in peace and, for those who want to meditate, an abbey on a hill, a small enclave of tranquillity. The abbey doesn't have a well-defined architectural style but has always been a destination for pilgrimage, even for those who just want a bit of coolness and peace away from the chaos of the city. Inside the convent, a garden where the monks stroll in thought and an interesting library with ancient books. So culture, relaxation and also faith in a small hidden corner of Puglia…