3 Beaches of Torre Santo Stefano - Otranto
Grotta delle Pupe
Salento, Torre Santo Stefano - Otranto: Grotta delle Pupe is a corner of paradise that is located in Torre Santo Stefano; we are just north of Otranto, on that stretch of coast that is reflected in the beautiful waters of the Adriatic Sea and that sees the presence of rocky inlets mixed with wide cliffs that give directly into the sea and draw a natural landscape of extreme beauty. The Grotta delle Pupe is 32 kilometers from the capital city of Lecce and about 3 kilometers from the center of Otranto, and represents the utmost expression of the whims of an unspoiled nature that has interwoven the green of a wide Mediterranean scrub along with native vegetation with the brown of jagged cliffs that shimmer under the bright rays of the sun and a crystal clear sea as a typical feature of this coastal stretch of incomparable beauty. The Grotta delle Pupe is a large rocky cavity that develops according to a spontaneous architectural order; it almost looks like the rounded splay of an ancient medieval church immersed in a natural pool of rare beauty and brilliance. The sea has hues ranging from emerald green to deep blue, conditioned by the difference in the seabed that extends the different shades according to different viewpoints. The place is frequented by both young people looking for thrills in close contact with nature and families seeking relaxation, or lone travelers; uncrowded even during the summer, Grotta delle Pupe is a magical place as only Salento can offer. Rock shoes, fins and mask are recommended to explore a beautiful seabed; otherwise, relax under the warm Salento sun and enjoy your vacation at Grotta delle Pupe.
Le Cale d Otranto Beach
Salento, Torre Santo Stefano - Otranto: Le Cale di Otranto Beach is a bathing establishment that is part of the resort of the same name located in Torre Santo Stefano, a town on the outskirts of Otranto in the province of Lecce. We are located on the southeastern side of this wonderful land called Salento, along a stretch of coastline interspersed with stretches of soft, golden beach to impervious cliffs and characteristic coves surrounded by green Mediterranean scrub. At one of these beautiful coves stands the beach of Le Cale di Otranto a facility immersed in nature that provides patrons with all the necessary services so that they can spend a peaceful and relaxing day at the beach. The umbrellas and sunbeds are all placed at the right distance to maintain the privacy needed especially in high season, and through some formulas that the lido offers it is possible to have lunch with service directly lying comfortably under the umbrella. The resort also has all the comforts and activities for a turnkey vacation, and the location is the real strength of Le Cale di Otranto, with a Caribbean postcard panorama and a crystal blue sea. So if you are planning your next vacation and have put Otranto among your favorite destinations then Le Cale di Otranto is the property for you, have a great summer.
Torre Santo Stefano
Salento, Torre Santo Stefano - Otranto: Torre Santo Stefano is a coastal tower in Salento built during the course of the 16th century as a defense and lookout system to cope with the constant incursions of Saracen pirates who raged the coast in those years. In its present state Torre Santo Stefano appears to be almost completely gone, only two side walls remain, and it is located within the bay named after the tower on private property. The tower communicated to the south with the fortifications of Otranto while to the north with Torre Fiumicelli, truncated-pyramidal in shape with a curb delimiting its final part; according to some sources, Torre Santo Stefano was still intact in the years 1825-1842 to the extent that it was used by the Customs Guards, during World War II it was unfortunately damaged inexorably by bombing. What remains of this magnificent example of a coastal tower soars from a promontory about 13 meters high, at a distance of 30 meters from the sea. From here you can breathe an air of absolute relaxation in close contact with the surrounding nature, as well as admire a splendid panorama that frames the entire bay. Although a few carparo stones remain as evidence of a distant past the place deserves all our consideration, have a good summer from Torre Santo Stefano.