If you are visiting Puglia, you can't miss a trip to Alberobello. It's a quintessentually Apulian town that is famous for its beautiful trulli houses, and UNESCO has listed it as a World Heritage Site.
It is a quaint city full of small streets, cute-shaped trulli houses, and a lot of character. Luckily, the small town is quite easy to get around on foot.
1. Trulli Sovrano
The only two-story trullo in Alberobello, this stunning dry stone hut was built for a priest and is now a museum. Inside, you’ll find authentic furnishings and decor that perfectly represent an old-world rural way of life.
Another place you’ll want to check out when in Alberobello is the small town heritage museum. This unique building is arranged around 15 interconnected trulli and features rooms that tell the story of how they were built and how people lived in these homes centuries ago.
After visiting the trulli, you’ll want to head to the open-air market for some fresh produce. At the market, you’ll find local seasonal fruit and vegetables as well as pickled olives, nuts and other delicacies.
2. Basilica dei Santi Cosma e Damiano
Tucked away next to the Forum, the Basilica dei Santi Cosma e Damiano is one of Rome’s best-kept secrets. It’s dedicated to twin brothers, army doctors from the Eastern Mediterranean who were martyred in the 3rd century for treating patients free of charge and converting them to Christianity.
The church has several features that make it worth a visit, including the 6th-century apse mosaic. It also has a Byzantine altar and a 17th-century ceiling.
The twin brothers are regarded as patron saints of doctors and surgeons, because they treated their patients without charging any fees. They are also considered protectors against the plague. In fact, in the 18th century they became the official patrons of Alberobello, and the 26th of each month is a special celebration that includes a procession through town.
3. Sant’Antonio Church
The Church of Sant’Antonio was built in 1926 and is a wonderful example of the architectural style and building techniques that characterise Trullo Alberobello. It was built in order to help the inhabitants of the poor district around Rione Monti who could not easily visit a traditional church.
The interior is very bright and spacious, with a nave which is very well lit by an abundance of natural light. A barrel vault stretches across the floor and is crowned by a coffered ceiling.
The main chapel is adorned with finely painted 14th century frescoes by the Florentine painter Giusto de Menabuoi. There are also a number of works by painters such as Alvise Vivarini and Strozzi.
4. Casa d’Amore
Located in Naples, Casa d’Amore features a casino, bar, restaurant, and 24-hour front desk. It offers free Wi-Fi and is close to MUSA, Sansevero Chapel Museum, and San Gregorio Armeno.
The best way to get around Alberobello is on foot. This is a great way to see the town’s most important sights without wasting time or money on transport.
For example, you can walk from one end of the town to the other in under four hours. You can also take a guided tour of the town to learn more about its history and culture.
If you want to stay in a trullo, Alberobello is one of the best places to visit. These dry-wall huts are unique to this part of Puglia and were added to the World Heritage List by UNESCO in 1996.
5. Museo del Territorio
The town of Alberobello in Apulia is an amazing place to visit. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its districts of trulli - cone-shaped houses made from dry stone with conical roofs.
- While you’re in the town, don’t miss out on visiting the Museo del Territorio to see displays of tools and furnishings that recreate how life was in these buildings centuries ago. You can also taste local olive oil, wine, and handicrafts.
- One of the best places to visit is the 18th-century Trullo Sovrano, a two-storey trulli that’s furnished with period decor. It’s the largest trullo in Alberobello and you can tour it to learn more about its history.
