3 Beaches of Baia dei Turchi - Otranto
Caletta di Toraiello
Salento, Baia dei Turchi - Otranto: The Bay of Turks is a place that certainly needs no introduction, this picturesque stretch of coastline gives endless emotions to the thousands of travelers who every year decide to visit these areas especially during the summer season; thanks to its beaches of fine white sand, the infectious blue of these transparent waters and the entire naturalistic landscape around it, the Bay of Turks can be counted without a doubt among the most renowned tourist areas in Europe. Among the many characteristic coves that distinguish the Baia dei Turchi, one of them, the Caletta di Toraiello, represents a real jewel that glitters unchallenged for the benefit of lucky patrons. The Caletta di Toraiello turns out to be almost swallowed up by the thick Mediterranean scrub that grows wild almost everywhere along this area and can be reached by driving along a short stretch of road in close contact with the wild scents of all the vegetation present. Once we arrive at this beautiful bay here is what opens before our eyes a naturalistic spectacle of all respect; the fresh and transparent sea looks like a real natural open-air pool, and the white soft sand colors in silver a small part of this basin surrounded by low cliffs. The whole area is quiet and is uncrowded even in the height of the summer season, and once you have taken in the sights you will be spoiled for choice in locating a spot on which to spread your towel and let the warm rays of the sun warm you up for the perfect tan. The sea becomes deep after a few strokes and lends itself wonderfully to snorkelers. The whole bay conveys a sense of wildness and solitude and it is nice to blend in with all the surrounding nature, glimpses of a Salento all to be experienced, have a good summer from Caletta di Toraiello.
Spiaggia dei Porticeddhri
Salento, Baia dei Turchi - Otranto: Spiaggia dei Ponticeddhri is located at Baia dei Turchi a fabulous inlet not far from Otranto in the province of Lecce. This striking stretch of coastline represents a true natural oasis lost in a time gone by; the stretch of sand of the Ponticeddhri Beach turns out to be little more than a dozen meters and the whole thing is as if swallowed up by the green Mediterranean scrub and pine forests that mark the whole area inserted in a context of wide cliffs and small ravines that characterize much of the surrounding landscape. The crystal-clear sea becomes deep after a few strokes and the rich seabed lends itself wonderfully to those who love snorkeling so as to go on a discovery of the most hidden corners of this fabulous bay. Ponticeddhri Beach maintains an unusual tranquility even during the high season, and the place is ideal for those seeking some relaxation away from the daily grind of modern life. If you are a comfort lover and can"t do without all the amenities you need for a day at the beach well this area is not for you, forget about services and bar kiosks, here you can breathe a wild and lonely something and even your smartphone might be superfluous; so just bring your beach towel, rock shoes, mask and fins and a cooler bag full of drinks for a Cast away day at the beach. This is Puglia and this is Salento, ah I forgot, these places deserve all our respect bring back your garbage bags with you nature will thank you, have a good summer from Ponticeddhri Beach.
Baia dei Turchi
Salento, Baia dei Turchi - Otranto: The Baia dei Turchi is a bathing establishment that is part of the resort of the same name located along the eastern coast of Salento a few kilometers from Otranto. This stretch of coastline encapsulates all the beauty of this land that sees the alternation of corners of soft, golden beach and impervious cliffs that fall sheer to the sea. The Baia dei Turchi fits into this extraordinary environmental context in an area engulfed by the green of the thick Mediterranean scrub and characterized by the contagious blue of this wonderful sea. The facility offers all the necessary services for a turnkey vacation, the beach umbrellas and sunbeds are all placed at the right distance to maintain that privacy essential especially during the high season; the stretch of beach is connected to the resort by shuttle service so that Baia dei Turchi guests can move in peace. The area is fabulous and there is an air of a dream vacation with a surrounding landscape to be immortalized with beautiful photos and kept in the most precious memories of an extraordinary summer, greetings from the Baia dei Turchi.