Vieste, on the farthest point of the Gargano peninsula
Costal scenery around Vieste
The traditional stone dwellings, "Trulli", of the town of Alberobello
Otranto
Lunch in Otranto- Marinated anchovies with fennel and chicory salad, Frittura mista di pesce of calamari, octopus and small fishes
The cathedrals of Lecce (the self-proclaimed "Florence of the Baroque") are quite an eyeful. Because Lecce is so far south and isolated, they developed their own, unique, version of Baroque. It's like some wayward artist introduced the main principles then abandoned them to marble mayhem, where they egged each other on " Swirly columns with crowns! ooh and snarling dragons . . . I got it, a church devoted to the Holy Broccoli" Honestly I have no idea what's going on in the picture on the right.
Their gelato, however, is quite lovely.
I wish I could express my awe of everything you have done, but for now, I am enjoying all of this vicariously, but know that there have been some aches and pains along the way. Beautifully written and great shots. I hear that you feel that you have learned a lot. Look forward to seeing you!
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