On a hill between Ugento and its Torre San Giovanni hamlet, this simple church surrounded by greenery is dedicated to Santa Maria del Casale. Very small, surrounded by trees and in a really quiet place, it gives an immediate feeling of peace.

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Giuseppe Lomartire

August 29, 2023

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“The church of the Madonna del Casale in fact, according to legend, is one of the three churches wanted by a sailor who survived a storm through the intercession of the Madonna Maria Stella del Mare.
This story is shared with two other churches that arise near Ugento, namely the church dedicated to the Madonna dell'Alto Mare (in Felline) and the one dedicated to the Madonna della Campana (in Casarano), with which the Casale hermitage shares public holiday and traditions (the Sunday after Easter)."

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1. The Regional Natural Park of the Coast of Ugento – loop from Fontanelle

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2. Gallipoli Old Town and Harbor – Ciolo Bridge loop from Casarano

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3. Coastal Cycle Path – Seaside Cycle Path loop from Gallipoli Via Salento

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Location: Ugento, Lecce, Apulia, Italy

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Church of the Madonna del Casale

1. The Regional Natural Park of the Coast of Ugento – loop from Fontanelle

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3. Coastal Cycle Path – Seaside Cycle Path loop from Gallipoli Via Salento

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