Perché non fare mezza giornata un salto a Locorotondo? Why not spend half a day exploring Locorotondo? This idyllic village is built in a nearly perfect circle – hence the name, derived from Locus Rotundus. As you enter through the Porta Nuova or Porta Napoli, you immediately sense that you’ve stepped into a work of art: bright white streets, balconies overflowing with flowers, and the distinctive cummerse-style roofs that give the town its calm, timeless feel.
Wandering through the maze of Locorotondo
Wandering through the maze of alleyways, you’ll eventually arrive at the Villa Comunale, a small park offering sweeping views over the gently rolling vineyards and olive groves of the Itria Valley. The walkway to the park is affectionately called “Il Lungomare” – even though there’s no sea in sight. It’s a playful nod from the locals, who compare the breathtaking panorama to a seaside promenade.
The historic center is crowned by the Church of San Giorgio Martire (18th–19th century) and the Torre dell’Orologio (clock tower). Inside the church, you’ll find elegant frescoes and sculptures that reflect centuries of devotion and faith.
Wine tasting and orecchiette
And what would a visit to Locorotondo be without a taste of its culinary heritage? Try creamy orecchiette with cime di rapa, slow-cooked gnumeredde suffuchete (rolled lamb), or a glass of the town’s pride: Locorotondo DOC, a crisp and refreshing white wine.
