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A MUST visit!

The origins of the fortress of Taranto date back to Byzantine times. The current appearance of the complex dates back to Ferdinand of Aragon, who had the outdated castle converted into a modern fortress at the end of the 15th century. The fortifications were further reinforced by the Spanish in the 16th century. At the end of the 19th century, the Aragonese Castle passed to the Italian Navy, which still owns the complex today.

Taranto's old town lies on an island between the Mare Piccolo and Mare Grande, connected to the mainland by only two bridges. Many people here still make their living from fishing and the oyster beds of the Mare Piccolo. The sea is present everywhere, even in the paintings of street artists.

From the station street, for those coming from San Giorgio or Monteiasi, you reach this fountain located at the beginning of the ceramics district.

track not suitable for road bikes, ok for mountain bikes, acceptable for gravel, often used by walkers.

There are many ceramics workshops in the immediate vicinity. Despite the similarity in the motifs, the workshops usually have their own unique style. Today—off-season—the neighborhood was very quiet, and some shopkeepers took the time to explain some of the special features to us. It's worth stopping by the shops; you'll probably find something beautiful to take home.

Simply enchanting. Ideal starting point for long bike rides on the Salento coast.

The ceramics of Grottaglie are wonderful, you have to see the whole street and the historical centre which is marked by the lights in the alleys