Ostuni Apartments & Villas (Apulia)
Ostuni is situated on the Murgia coastline in the region of Apulia, just on the edge of the coastal shelf. It is known as the "white city", or sometimes as the "manger city" because of the shape and the whiteness of the houses which make up the ancient nucleus of the town. This really is a genuine, charming example of Mediterranean architecture. The characteristic white houses of the old town are reached by narrow streets and pretty steps leading up the hill; these are often decorated with archways, vaults and verandas.
Ostuni is built on three hills, and is famous throughout Europe for the dazzling effect of its whitewashed houses.
It is a matter of pride for everyone that the city should be kept fresh, comfortable and above all, white! The main square in Ostuni is triangular, dominated by the spires of the church of St. Orontius, 21 metres high at the top of the hill.
There are several other churches, as well as the cathedral, which was begun in 1435 and completed in about sixty years. Its fa?ade dates back to the late Gothic age and above the main doorway there is a magnificent 24 segment rose-window. Inside the main style is Baroque, and in one of the chapels on the right, is the "Madonna with Child and Saints" by Jacopo Palma. The archives contain precious parchments from the 12th century. The Seminary and the Bishop's Palace are Baroque. Choose from a variety of Apulian holiday apartments or Puglian villas to rent for your self catering holiday accommodation in this area of Italy.
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