{"id":10765,"date":"2024-10-07T10:12:18","date_gmt":"2024-10-07T08:12:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/?page_id=10765"},"modified":"2024-10-07T10:12:19","modified_gmt":"2024-10-07T08:12:19","slug":"gargano-and-tremiti-islands","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/en\/destinations\/gargano-and-tremiti-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"Gargano and Tremiti Islands"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\">&lt;&lt; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/south-italy\/apulia\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Apulia<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gargano is a mountainous promontory located along the coast of Apulia in the Province of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/tavoliere-delle-puglie\/#foggia\">Foggia<\/a>. The area is a popular tourist destination, known for its many beautiful beaches, seaside resorts, and various historic and religious sites among the mountains. Off the northern coast of Gargano is the small archipelago of the Tremiti Islands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"border: 1px solid #8ed1fc; border-radius: 0%; background-color: inherit; \" class=\"ub-styled-box ub-bordered-box wp-block-ub-styled-box\" id=\"ub-styled-box-c69ea20d-0270-4398-a60d-fc5ecfa75615\">\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" id=\"ub-styled-box-bordered-content-67ff48a9-e465-4798-91a0-92da1546f2b1\">Places to see in Gargano and the Tremiti Islands<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-aioseo-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#vieste\">Vieste<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#vieste-cathedral\">Vieste Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#malacological-museum\">Malacological Museum<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#beaches-of-vieste\">Beaches of Vieste<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#peschici\">Peschici<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#peschici-castle\">Peschici Castle<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#rodi-garganico\">Rodi Garganico<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#beaches-of-rodi-garganico\">Beaches of Rodi Garganico<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#cagnano-varano\">Cagnano Varano<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#lake-varano\">Lake Varano<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#cave-of-san-michele\">Cave of San Michele<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#lesina\">Lesina<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#lake-lesina\">Lake Lesina<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#san-giovanni-rotondo\">San Giovanni Rotondo<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#sanctuary-of-saint-pio-of-pietrelcina\">\u272a Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#sanctuary-of-santa-maria-delle-grazie\">Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#monte-santangelo\">Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#sanctuary-of-san-michele-arcangelo\">\u272a Sanctuary of San Michele Arcangelo<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#sanctuary-of-saint-pio-of-pietrelcina\">Baptistery of San Giovanni in Tumba<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#monte-santangelo-castle\">Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo Castle<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#pulsano-abbey\">Pulsano Abbey<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#manfredonia\">Manfredonia<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#manfredonia-castle\">Manfredonia Castle<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#manfredonia-cathedral\">Manfredonia Cathedral<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#basilica-of-santa-maria-maggiore-di-siponto\">Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore di Siponto<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#abbey-of-san-leonardo-in-lama-volara\">Abbey of San Leonardo in Lama Volara<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#tremiti-islands\">Tremiti Islands<\/a><ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#san-nicola-island\">San Nicola Island<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#san-domino-island\">San Domino Island<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vieste\"><strong>Vieste<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vieste is a town located at the eastern edge of Gargano, and the most popular seaside resort in this area. Vieste developed as a small port in the Late Middle Ages, and now it is a tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches and old town.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_252b88f2-cf9e-448e-bd6a-b84dc982a95d\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vieste-cathedral\"><strong>Vieste Cathedral<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta <em>(Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vieste Cathedral <em>(Duomo di Vieste)<\/em> is the main church of the city, erected in the 11th century and located in the middle of the old town. Originally built in Apulian Romanesque style, it was later reworked with the addition of Baroque elements. Inside, it houses various artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Vescovado, 71019 Vieste FG<br>Coordinates: 41.8816, 16.1806<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/EDWAkCXMpjAW1PEx5\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_c807d44b-4c54-462b-9d27-12ba6f8a09db\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"malacological-museum\"><strong>Malacological Museum<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Malacological Museum <em>(Museo Malacologico)<\/em> is peculiar museum located along the seafront of Vieste. The museum houses a unique collection of thousands of seashells from all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Pola, 8, 71019 Vieste FG<br>Coordinates: 41.8833, 16.1818<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/j4tSvaEYCzhndT9C9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_8f09c749-2fee-459b-983a-66d77c3c78ea\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"beaches-of-vieste\"><strong>Beaches of Vieste<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Vieste is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches. Just south of the old town of Vieste is a long beach that streches for kilometers along the Adriatic coast. At the start of this beach is <strong>Pizzomunno<\/strong>, a tall white rock that is considered the symbol of the city. To the west of the old town is instead the <strong>Beach of San Lorenzo<\/strong> (<em>Spiaggia di San Lorenzo<\/em>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Spiaggia della Scialara, Vieste FG<br>Coordinates: 41.8790, 16.1773<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/xVhkRuZ9Qz35kKNm6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_49bf29ac-dff1-44e0-ac44-948baad115d2\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"peschici\"><strong>Peschici<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Peschici is a seaside resort located along the northern coast of Gargano. The town is located on a rocky promontory overlooking the sea, and it is known for its beautiful beaches, which make it one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_debc37cc-5f19-4b22-8215-c0896d31df8a\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"peschici-castle\"><strong>Peschici Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Peschici Castle is a medieval castle located on top of the rocky cliffs of the town, overlooking the sea. Built around the 10th century by the Byzantines, it was later destroyed and rebuilt by the Venetians in the the 13th century. Now restored, it can be visited and houses a collection of instruments used for torture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Recinto Baronale, 1, 71010 Peschici FG<br>Coordinates: 41.9499, 16.0118<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Fi5YDY9BJnGidL6o9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_fca45efe-957a-4d3e-887a-26fffa173a12\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rodi-garganico\"><strong>Rodi Garganico<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rodi Garganico is a small town located on a promontory along the northern coast of Gargano. Historically known for the production of agrumes, now it is a popular seaside resort thanks to its beautiful beaches.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_c4b3333e-1744-47d5-82f8-f8dc2c9dace1\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"beaches-of-rodi-garganico\"><strong>Beaches of Rodi Garganico<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Rodi Garganico features two beautiful sandy beaches located at the two sides of the promontory on which the town sits. To the west is the long and narrow <strong>Spiaggia di Ponente<\/strong>, while to the east is the large but short <strong>Spiaggia di Levante<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Spiaggia di Levante, 71012 Rodi Garganico FG<br>Coordinates: 41.9307, 15.8903<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/4TrQbFa9jkf9APjs6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/qF9wWsqWachX4gwM8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_4685b440-187c-442c-a18d-79193f7d45d5\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cagnano-varano\"><strong>Cagnano Varano<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cagnano Varano is a town located on a hill at the foot of the mountains of Gargano, near the southern shore of Lake Varano. A town of ancient origins, now it is best known for the nearby lake.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_5ddb6249-c428-4097-b1f5-b1d6f9e14dd4\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lake-varano\"><strong>Lake Varano<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Varano <em>(Lago di Varano)<\/em> is a coastal lake located near the northern coast of Gargano, and the largest lake in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/south-italy\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Southern Italy<\/a>. The lake was formed in the Middle Ages by marine currents that expanded what was previously a gulf. The lake is divided from the Adriatic Sea by a narrow strip of land, which houses a nature reserve and a long beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Lago di Varano, 71010 Cagnano Varano FG<br>Coordinates: 41.8707, 15.7494<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/sEj8esVKvBXMJFsL8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_631d138e-758c-4bcb-888b-4b420c084d83\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cave-of-san-michele\"><strong>Cave of San Michele<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cave of San Michele <em>(Grotta di San Michele)<\/em> is a cave and religious site located west of Cagnano Varano. The natural cave was inhabited in prehistoric times, and was turned into a church in the Middle Ages. The church inside the cave features medieval altars and other historic religious artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via per Capoiale, SS693, 71010 Cagnano Varano FG<br>Coordinates: 41.8404, 15.7426<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/XQyBqq6S6vnGoXGF9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_3e020c09-35ef-4659-9d60-9d54cb23347b\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lesina\"><strong>Lesina<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lesina is a small town located on the shores of a coastal lake at the northwestern edge of Gargano. A small fishing center throughout its history, it is now a tourist destination thanks to its position.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_0a46cc6f-9633-4f03-b4e8-77d814a2afc4\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lake-lesina\"><strong>Lake Lesina<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Lake Lesina <em>(Lago di Lesina)<\/em> is a coastal lake located at the northwestern edge of Gargano. The long and narrow lake is the second largest of Southern Italy, after Lake Varano. The lake is very shallow and it is separated from the Adriatic sea by a narrow strip of land that also features a long beach. A small naturalistic museum in Lesina is dedicated to the environment of the lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Lago di Lesina, 71010 Lesina FG<br>Coordinates: 41.8892, 15.4262<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/QtYsWk8TKidb7G2w8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_b90355fb-907d-4e28-ae19-30d92a0b7598\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"san-giovanni-rotondo\"><strong>San Giovanni Rotondo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>San Giovanni Rotondo is a town located among the mountains of Gargano. It is best known for having been the home of Saint Pio of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/destinations\/beneventano\/#pietrelcina\">Pietrelcina<\/a> for most of his life, and hosts important religious sites.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_ca2dec00-c702-4ac5-8d3f-1c49aa1c46a1\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sanctuary-of-saint-pio-of-pietrelcina\"><strong>\u272a Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina <em>(Santuario di San Pio da Pietrelcina)<\/em> is a large religious site in San Giovanni Rotondo, completed in 2004 and designed by architect Renzo Piano. The sanctuary features a modern structure and numerous decorations, while a crypt inside the church houses the body of the saint. The sanctuary is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Sagrato S. Giovanni Paolo II, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo FG<br>Coordinates: 41.7070, 15.7033<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/yADrwyYLaZzyBaZFA\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_cf01ce2b-2c41-404b-a26d-31b8ae966e55\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sanctuary-of-santa-maria-delle-grazie\"><strong>Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie <em>(Santuario di Santa Maria delle Grazie)<\/em> is a historic church and convent in San Giovanni Rotondo. Built between the 16th and 17th century, it is known for being the site where Saint Pio of Pietrelcina lived from 1916 until his death in 1968. The complex was expanded during the 20th century with the construction of another church, and it is now a site of pilgrimage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Piazzale Santa Maria delle Grazie, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo FG<br>Coordinates: 41.7082, 15.7053<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/grV4qNEYM4W8K5ZK9\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_060f78e4-323a-4228-87da-e20116e7efc9\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"monte-santangelo\"><strong>Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo is a town located among the mountains of southern Gargano. A site of pilgrimage since the Early Middle Ages, the town only developed around the 11th century. Now it is a tourist destination known for its important religious sites.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_7672d671-ee84-439d-ba18-cabd4735e3e8\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sanctuary-of-san-michele-arcangelo\"><strong>\u272a Sanctuary of San Michele Arcangelo<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>According to legend, in the year 490 the archangel Micheal appeared in a cave in modern-day Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo. Soon afterwards, a church was erected on this site. The Sanctuary of San Michele Arcangelo <em>(Santuario di San Michele Arcangelo)<\/em> evolved over time with the addition of various structures, most notably by the Lombards in the Early Middle Ages. Later additions include various Romanesque elements, including the bell tower. The sanctuary is to this day a popular site of pilgrimage, and it is has been inscribed in the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites. The complex also features a museum with historic religious artworks and archaeological findings unearthed here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Reale Basilica, 127, 71037 Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo FG<br>Coordinates: 41.7080, 15.9548<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/yopXQnaVQSVAK3hi8\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_b1b23666-650b-4827-b4d6-3e610c9fb1bd\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sanctuary-of-saint-pio-of-pietrelcina\"><strong>Baptistery of San Giovanni in Tumba<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Tomb of Rothari <em>(Tomba di Rotari)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Baptistery of San Giovanni in Tumba <em>(Battistero di San Giovanni in Tumba)<\/em> is a 12th-century baptistery in Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo. Once part of a now-demolished church, it features various medieval decorations. The structure is also known as <strong>Tomb of Rothari<\/strong> <em>(Tomba di Rotari)<\/em>, because it was once believed to the be the mausoleum of the Lombard king.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Largo Tomba di Rotari, 71037 Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo FG<br>Coordinates: 41.7075, 15.9552<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/fFN6ZaCJQghbaaku5\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_6d55219c-e303-45a4-890e-665848eaafed\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"monte-santangelo-castle\"><strong>Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo Castle is a medieval castle located near the Sanctuary of San Michele Arcangelo in Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo. Initially built by the Normans in the 9th century, it was later expanded and reworked a few times. The structure is still mostly preserved and it can be visited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Largo Roberto il Guiscardo, 1, 71037 Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo FG<br>Coordinates: 41.7078, 15.9530<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/7BNJCxefoiZeiJv76\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_bf1a3ea5-d7b1-451c-8afb-80e6e0aded0a\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pulsano-abbey\"><strong>Pulsano Abbey<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Pulsano Abbey (<em>Abbazia di Pulsano<\/em>) is a historic abbey located among the hills southwest of Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo. Founded in the 6th century, it was later destroyed and rebuilt, and houses various medieval artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Santa Maria di Pulsano, 71037 Monte Sant&#8217;Angelo FG<br>Coordinates: 41.6759, 15.9083<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/shb9FLSiqU9DxBCw6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_ff3b47a5-ca3c-4f43-9f7a-0af5f607b91b\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"manfredonia\"><strong>Manfredonia<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Manfredonia is a city located on the coast south of the mountains of Gargano, and the largest center in this area. Once the site of the flourishing Greek colony of Sipontum, this town was destroyed by a series of earthquakes in the 13th century. The modern Manfredonia was founded in 1256 by Manfred, King of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cosmundus.com\/atlas\/europe\/southern-europe\/italy\/insular-italy\/sicily\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Sicily<\/a>. The town grew rapidly but it was once again destroyed in 1620, after being sacked by the Turks. After being rebuilt, it remained a small town until it developed as an industrial center in the 20th century.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_057ac6af-716c-44aa-9897-937b4f42cc27\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"manfredonia-castle\"><strong>Manfredonia Castle<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Manfredonia Castle is a large castle erected in the city in the 13th century, when the current town was founded. The castle was later expanded and turned into a prison. Now restored, it is very well preserved and hosts the <strong>National Archaeological Museum of Manfredonia<\/strong> (<em>Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Manfredonia<\/em>). This museum houses numerous archaeological findings unearthed from the ruins of Sipontum and other sites in Gargano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Corso Manfredi, 71043 Manfredonia FG<br>Coordinates: 41.6304, 15.9225<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/aVhQ45w6hfgNtRKC6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_b308c06f-e578-4d25-8249-717dcdff9622\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"manfredonia-cathedral\"><strong>Manfredonia Cathedral<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Also known as: Cathedral of San Lorenzo Maiorano <em>(Cattedrale di San Lorenzo Maiorano)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Manfredonia Cathedral <em>(Cattedrale di Manfredonia)<\/em> is a 13th-century church located in the center of the city. The original structure was destroyed when the city was sacked in 1620, but it was later rebuilt, while the decorated facade dates from the 1960s. Inside, the church houses some historic artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Via Arcivescovado, 71043 Manfredonia FG<br>Coordinates: 41.6296, 15.9172<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/pWMLNaeUThMTAJhKA\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_9df61823-a0d1-45c6-b290-e349809c5376\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"basilica-of-santa-maria-maggiore-di-siponto\"><strong>Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore di Siponto<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore di Siponto is a Romanesque church erected in the 12th century in what was once the town of Siponto. The basilica features various medieval artworks and decorations, and includes an older church underneath the main one. The structure sits inside the <strong>Basilicas of Siponto Archaeological Park<\/strong> (<em>Parco Archeologico Basiliche di Siponto<\/em>), which also includes some other ruins of the ancient town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Sentiero Parco Archeologico di Siponto, 71043 Manfredonia FG<br>Coordinates: 41.6083, 15.8894<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/uFrqjuw4pFTpyJjeA\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_a24e9cbe-3e58-4595-ba84-9974c6f65bb0\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"abbey-of-san-leonardo-in-lama-volara\"><strong>Abbey of San Leonardo in Lama Volara<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Abbey of San Leonardo in Lama Volara <em>(Abbazia di San Leonardo in Lama Volara)<\/em> is a medieval abbey located in the countryside southwest of Manfredonia. Built around the 12th century, it was once the main center of the Teutonic Order in Apulia. The structure features an elaborate Romanesque portal, and various other medieval decorations and artworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Strada Statale 89 Garganica km 175,800, 71043 Manfredonia FG<br>Coordinates: 41.5965, 15.8138<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ubjCnf2veo17fJmu5\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"margin-top: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); margin-bottom: var(--wp--preset--spacing--40); \" class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_77de86c6-9bfb-4a14-bd93-f62ecfc3317f\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 10px; width: 100%; height: 10px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #000000; margin-top: 10px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tremiti-islands\"><strong>Tremiti Islands<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Tremiti Islands (<em>Isole Tremiti<\/em>) is a small archipelago of five islands located off the northern coast of Gargano. Mostly used as a prison since ancient times, the islands also became known for hosting an important religious site. Now they are a popular tourist destination, known for their clear waters.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_d4558c43-1b42-4c28-92c0-ed07cdf5526e\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"san-nicola-island\"><strong>San Nicola Island<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>San Nicola Island <em>(Isola di San Nicola)<\/em> is one of the Tremiti Islands and the administrative center of the archipelago. Inhabited since ancient times, its main landmark is the <strong>Sanctuary of Santa Maria a Mare<\/strong> (<em>Santuario di Santa Maria a Mare<\/em>). This church was founded as a monastery in the 11th century, and was for centuries an important religious site. After a long period of decline, the abbey was suppressed in 1783. The church still features various decorations and artworks, but it is partially ruined.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Isola di San Nicola, 71040 Isole Tremiti FG<br>Coordinates: 42.1236, 15.5094<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/4sFrPfieNe7m9SF1A\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-divider ub_divider ub-divider-orientation-horizontal\" id=\"ub_divider_f22442d1-237c-4ca2-a0c3-6642cb87318f\"><div class=\"ub_divider_wrapper\" style=\"position: relative; margin-bottom: 2px; width: 100%; height: 2px; \" data-divider-alignment=\"center\"><div class=\"ub_divider_line\" style=\"border-top: 2px solid #ccc; margin-top: 2px; \"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"san-domino-island\"><strong>San Domino Island<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>San Domino Island <em>(Isola di San Domino)<\/em> is the largest of the Tremiti Islands. Settled in prehistoric times, it once hosted a monastery, which was later closed, and the island was turned into a penal colony. Now opened to tourists, the island is known for its beautiful environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:85%\">\n<p>Address: Isola di San Domino, 71040 Isole Tremiti FG<br>Coordinates: 42.1143, 15.4878<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:15%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/3Bx1UhDhqdJoJoLb6\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Google Maps<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&lt;&lt; Apulia Gargano is a mountainous promontory located along the coast of Apulia in the Province of Foggia. The area is a popular tourist destination, known for its many beautiful beaches, seaside resorts, and various historic and religious sites among the mountains. Off the northern coast of Gargano is the small archipelago of the Tremiti Islands. Vieste Vieste is a town located at the eastern edge of Gargano, and the most popular seaside resort in this area. Vieste developed as a small port in the Late Middle Ages, and now it is a tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches and old town. Vieste Cathedral Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta) The Vieste Cathedral (Duomo di Vieste) is the main church of the city, erected in the 11th century and located in the middle of the old town. Originally built in Apulian Romanesque style, it was later reworked with the addition of Baroque elements. Inside, it houses various artworks. Address: Via Vescovado, 71019 Vieste FGCoordinates: 41.8816, 16.1806 Google Maps Malacological Museum The Malacological Museum (Museo Malacologico) is peculiar museum located along the seafront of Vieste. The museum houses a unique collection of thousands of seashells from all over the world. Address: Via Pola, 8, 71019 Vieste FGCoordinates: 41.8833, 16.1818 Google Maps Beaches of Vieste Vieste is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches. Just south of the old town of Vieste is a long beach that streches for kilometers along the Adriatic coast. At the start of this beach is Pizzomunno, a tall white rock that is considered the symbol of the city. To the west of the old town is instead the Beach of San Lorenzo (Spiaggia di San Lorenzo). Address: Spiaggia della Scialara, Vieste FGCoordinates: 41.8790, 16.1773 Google Maps Peschici Peschici is a seaside resort located along the northern coast of Gargano. The town is located on a rocky promontory overlooking the sea, and it is known for its beautiful beaches, which make it one of the most popular tourist destinations in the region. Peschici Castle The Peschici Castle is a medieval castle located on top of the rocky cliffs of the town, overlooking the sea. Built around the 10th century by the Byzantines, it was later destroyed and rebuilt by the Venetians in the the 13th century. Now restored, it can be visited and houses a collection of instruments used for torture. Address: Recinto Baronale, 1, 71010 Peschici FGCoordinates: 41.9499, 16.0118 Google Maps Rodi Garganico Rodi Garganico is a small town located on a promontory along the northern coast of Gargano. Historically known for the production of agrumes, now it is a popular seaside resort thanks to its beautiful beaches. Beaches of Rodi Garganico Rodi Garganico features two beautiful sandy beaches located at the two sides of the promontory on which the town sits. To the west is the long and narrow Spiaggia di Ponente, while to the east is the large but short Spiaggia di Levante. Address: Spiaggia di Levante, 71012 Rodi Garganico FGCoordinates: 41.9307, 15.8903 Google Maps Cagnano Varano Cagnano Varano is a town located on a hill at the foot of the mountains of Gargano, near the southern shore of Lake Varano. A town of ancient origins, now it is best known for the nearby lake. Lake Varano Lake Varano (Lago di Varano) is a coastal lake located near the northern coast of Gargano, and the largest lake in Southern Italy. The lake was formed in the Middle Ages by marine currents that expanded what was previously a gulf. The lake is divided from the Adriatic Sea by a narrow strip of land, which houses a nature reserve and a long beach. Address: Lago di Varano, 71010 Cagnano Varano FGCoordinates: 41.8707, 15.7494 Google Maps Cave of San Michele The Cave of San Michele (Grotta di San Michele) is a cave and religious site located west of Cagnano Varano. The natural cave was inhabited in prehistoric times, and was turned into a church in the Middle Ages. The church inside the cave features medieval altars and other historic religious artworks. Address: Via per Capoiale, SS693, 71010 Cagnano Varano FGCoordinates: 41.8404, 15.7426 Google Maps Lesina Lesina is a small town located on the shores of a coastal lake at the northwestern edge of Gargano. A small fishing center throughout its history, it is now a tourist destination thanks to its position. Lake Lesina Lake Lesina (Lago di Lesina) is a coastal lake located at the northwestern edge of Gargano. The long and narrow lake is the second largest of Southern Italy, after Lake Varano. The lake is very shallow and it is separated from the Adriatic sea by a narrow strip of land that also features a long beach. A small naturalistic museum in Lesina is dedicated to the environment of the lake. Address: Lago di Lesina, 71010 Lesina FGCoordinates: 41.8892, 15.4262 Google Maps San Giovanni Rotondo San Giovanni Rotondo is a town located among the mountains of Gargano. It is best known for having been the home of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina for most of his life, and hosts important religious sites. \u272a Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina The Sanctuary of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina (Santuario di San Pio da Pietrelcina) is a large religious site in San Giovanni Rotondo, completed in 2004 and designed by architect Renzo Piano. The sanctuary features a modern structure and numerous decorations, while a crypt inside the church houses the body of the saint. The sanctuary is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites in Italy. Address: Sagrato S. Giovanni Paolo II, 71013 San Giovanni Rotondo FGCoordinates: 41.7070, 15.7033 Google Maps Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie The Sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Grazie (Santuario di Santa Maria delle Grazie) is a historic church and convent in San Giovanni Rotondo. Built between the 16th and 17th century, it is known for being the site where Saint Pio of Pietrelcina lived from 1916 until his death in 1968. 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