Serviced Apartments in Gallipoli

With it’s rich history and tradition, exquisite ancient architecture, the beautiful ‘Beach of Purity’ and an idyllic location it’s not hard to see why so many people rent a holiday letting or service apartment in this lovely Italian town, situated on the Salentina peninsula.

If you are one of those lucky enough to be staying in an apartment rental in Gallipoli then you too can enjoy everything that this ancient region has to offer and what better way to start your exploration than Gallipoli’s old town.

The historic part of this region is actually situated on a limestone island that can be accessed from your holiday apartment in Gallipoli via a 500 year old bridge. Old town is surrounded by walls and bastions that make up part of the fortification system and date back 600 years, at the entrance to old town you will find the castle, Catello Angiono, a defensive structure built in the 11th century.

Wandering through the winding maze of alleyways you will discover some lovely ancient dwellings and several Corte Gallo. These little alleys open up into tiny courtyards displaying numerous intriguing objects. View beautiful, wreath swathed shrines and handmade religious icons, fishing nets and baskets filled with pretty shells and starfish adorning the walls and collections of ancient tools interspersed with handmade shell wind chimes decorating the facades of the charming houses. An absolutely incredible sight.

From here you can also access the Spiaggia della Purita, The Beach of Purity. This beach is maintained by the locals and is a wonderfully spotless place to while away a few hours. Boasting soft sand and clear blue waters backed by the ancient fortification walls where, in the tower, you will find a bar selling refreshments and snacks.

Before retiring to your Gallipoli serviced residence or aparthotel make sure you eat in one of the delightful restaurants here in old town, the seafood is fresh and plentiful and one local delicacy you really must try is sea urchin. Absolutely delicious.

Serviced and self-catered apartments, flats, holiday lets and aparthotels can be up to 30% cheaper than most equivalent hotel rooms and are becoming increasingly popular due to the freedom they offer. Whether it’s a short stay apartment you are looking for or a long term apartment, our holiday apartments combine all the amenities and comforts of home. With plenty of room why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can stay in spacious surroundings in and around Gallipoli.

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