The Italian town of Gallipoli is situated towards the southern tip of Puglia (Apulia). Gallipoli is a popular fishing port and beach destination on the Salento peninsula. Whilst it is popular with Italians it is not well known with tourists and so it is possible to enjoy a more ‘authentic’ Italy holiday.
For the purpose of your visit it is useful to realise that Gallipoli is divided into two zones, the ‘Old Town’ and the New Town. The old town is built on an island which is now connected to the mainland by a bridge and it is this part that holds the most interest for visitors.
The old town is situated on an island connected to the mainland by an arched bridge dating from the 17th century and is characterized by the mixture of buildings that date from several different epochs and cultures. The plan of the old town, with lots of narrow and tortuous streets, reminds us of the Islamic style and dates from the period of Moorish domination around in 900 AD.
