Weddings in Apulia - Salento

Puglia, known as Apulia in English, forms the southeastern region of Italy’s boot heel.  As a sort of gateway to the East, the area saw a fair number of conquering foreign rulers, but the one whose impact can be most easily appreciated today was decidedly Frederick II.  Other than being the last Emperor of the Hohenstaufen line, Frederick II was also an enlightened man, commissioning the many spectacular castles which still grace the countryside along with acres of vineyards and olive groves.  Apulia is a wine production region and its olive oil is renowned for perfectly complementing the fresh seafood and vegetables that are the basics of traditional Pugliese cooking.

If you have already toured the northern part of Italy and are looking for something equally fascinating but completely different and less crowded, this is a wonderful area to consider.
It boasts an excellent archeological museum, a host of cathedrals dating back to the 10th century, (several deserted and thus full of atmosphere), Greek and Roman ruins, a gleaming necklace of lively fishing villages, one of Europe's largest forests, a chain of medieval hill towns, and some of the very cleanest beaches and water in the Mediterranean.

One of Puglia’s most fascinating attractions cannot be seen anywhere else in the world: the trulli.  These miniature barns are made from whitewashed conical stones held together without mortar, and are visible in every wheat field and olive grove in the region.  The trulli are at their most picturesque, however, when clustered together by the hundreds to form entire towns, today converted into beautiful modern resorts where you and your guests can enjoy an extraordinary holiday.

Settings in Apulia Venues (Salento)

Masseria della Rovere

A perfect union of architecture, art and nature, this historic Masseria is nestled serenely in the greenery of a centuries-old olive grove.

Masseria della Carruba

The Masseria della Carruba is a marvelous 5-star estate with origins dating back to the 16th century, located mere steps from the ocean’s shore...

Masseria Leccese

The Masseria Leccese is located in a tranquil inland spot, approximately two kilometers from Otranto and the sea.  Built in 1878, the Masseria...