Between Santa Cesarea Terme and Porto Badisco in Terrarossa stands Torre Minervino, an enchanting place far from the daily routine, far from the hustle and bustle of the city, just you and nature, a place where it is pleasant to lose oneself in search of the strong emotions and pleasant sensations that only a landscape of this beauty can give us. Torre Minervino is part of the complex watchtower system erected along the Salento coast during the 16th century following the constant raids by Saracen pirates. The tower communicated to the south with the Torre di Porto Badisco and to the north with Torre Specchia di Guardia, and Torre Minervino"s position was fundamental as its post could glimpse the horizon as far as Punta Palascia, the easternmost part of Italy. In its appearance, the Minervino Tower has a conical structure with a small kerb to mark the end of it; from the light colour of the ashlars, it appears to have been recently restored; Beyond the architectural aspect, this place truly offers an evocative meeting point between the beauty of the surrounding landscape and historical references that mark a land of a thousand histories. From here we can breathe an air of relaxation and peace with ourselves, perceiving the scents of the surrounding nature and admiring a panorama of absolute amazement will fully repay the decision to stop even for a moment to contemplate the beauty of this tower. Vibrant sensations and a longing for a holiday at Torre Minervino... have a good summer.
Last update: 31/12/2022, Tonio Viva
