Cultour's Recommendation:

The seaside at Galipoli offers something for all tastes, from a well serviced lido to wild, unspoilt beaches further off the beaten track.

One of the best of the family friendly beaches is Lido San Giovanni, while Samsara, a little further south provides party-goers with a sunset appetiser to an evening of dancing. Lido Pizzo, further south still, offers a well serviced beach which is often well protected even when strong winds render the sea choppy in other parts.

Gallipoli

Gallipoli is a lively and dynamic fishing port on the Ionian Coast of Apulia. The city's origins hark back to before settlement by the Greeks and it has remained a bustling and important trade centre for the area. Each year, its charming historical centre is home to the one of the area's most evocative and heart felt Holy Week celebrations.

Fishing boats in Gallipoli port	Purità beach, Gallipoli	Sant'Andrea Island, Gallipoli	Church of the Crucifix, Gallipoli
Purità Church, Gallipoli	Saint Sebastian, Gallipoli Cathedral	Traditional lane way, Historical centre	Ramparts of old Gallipoli

Times of the year recommended for a visit to Gallipoli:

Carnival… be part of the exuberant atmosphere of the carnival cavalcade with floats and colourful characters parading through the streets of the old and new town.
Easter… be moved by the historical rites acted out by the townspeople during the Holy Week. It's also an opportune time to visit some of the churches generally closed to the public.
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Festival of Saint Christine (24th July) …get carried away by the locals and their devotion for their beloved Patron Saint. The statue of Saint Christine is carried over the sea in a procession involving fireworks and traditional games.
Summertime…see the old fisherman at portside repairing the nets and weaving traps. Enjoy the fresh air and sea breeze in the tiny typical local bars and restaurants al fresco on the ramparts of the old city. Explore the breathtaking coast and take a boat trip to the Island of Saint Andrea with its imposing white light house.

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