Puglia is a varied region with kilometres of coastline to discover. This land represents a unique wealth of culture linked to the territory, of historical and architectural beauty, of the clear blue sea, of the sun that pleasantly colours our summer tan, and of the surrounding landscape that leaves the traveller who decides to spend a few days in these remote corners of Italy speechless. The Salento in particular jealously preserves much of this heritage and Castro Marina is the ultimate representation of it, representing the result of quality tourism aimed above all at safeguarding the characteristics of the area. I have an enormous difficulty in describing this stretch of coastline and the wonders of a place like Castro Marina precisely because firstly, it is difficult to find the words to give the right dimensions to the reality that surrounds us, and secondly, my precious advice is to experience this place first hand to gather the emotions that only the air and breath of Castro Marina can convey. Strolling along this stretch of coastline as if by magic, it will not be difficult to come across the Port of Aeneas, a magnificent example of a well-kept harbour situated in a characteristic inlet. In the height of the summer season, the port fills up with tourists and holidaymakers who decide to spend a day at the beach in Castro Marina, or if you prefer, the Pearl of Salento, as it has been called for years. The water in the Port of Enea is clear and transparent and maintains a shallow depth, making it ideal also for families with children. You may be wondering why the name Porto di Enea (Aeneas" Harbour), and well, among the various theses on which beach Virgil wanted his Aeneas to arrive after the Trojan War, the most accredited is certainly the coast of Castro Marina for its characteristic promontory and some details given in the famous book, which suggests that it is precisely the harbour of Castro that is the desired land.
Last update: 10/12/2022, Tonio Viva
