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Brindisi, a crossroads of history and cultures
Our city was founded at the dawn of the Messapian culture that populated Salento almost three thousand years ago.
The natural bay of Brindisi has always played a fundamental role for sailors in the Mediterranean, encouraging cultural exchange and the development of trade, also thanks to the Roman road network that, with the Via Appia, connected the “Urbe” directly with the port of Brindisi.
The historical events of the city include episodes such as the wedding celebrated in the Cathedral, between Frederick II of Swabia and Isabella of Brienne, or the dramatic judgment of the Templar Knights, who had established one of their main headquarters in Brindisi. The event was held in the church of Santa Maria del Casale, where you can still admire some of the frescoes of the time.
From 1870 until the outbreak of the First World War, Brindisi was the port of the Indian Mail, the historic connection between London and Bombay, also mentioned by Jules Verne in his “Around the World in 80 Days”.
“Posh”: Port Out, Starboard Home
On Viale Regina Margherita, a bust has been dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, who visited Brindisi before heading to London.
During the Second World War, thanks to its strategic position, our city hosted the King Vittorio Emanuele III for a few months, thus playing the role of capital of Italy.
The rich history of Brindisi has left numerous vestiges that deserve to be known, ideally with guided tours.
The gateway to Salento
We are a few steps from the Marina di Brindisi, the elegant tourist port that overlooks the island of Sant’Andrea, home to the majestic Aragonese castle.
The airport, the port and the central station are less than 15 minutes away.
Thanks to the easy connections by land, sea and air, Brindisi represents the ideal point of arrival for visiting the Salento peninsula, which includes the provinces of Brindisi, Lecce and Taranto.
Salento is today one of the most interesting spots in Italy, thanks to the combination of its historical culture, the extraordinary food and wine oger, the architecture, and the natural landscapes.
Its diversified coast is bathed by crystalline waters, which thanks to the mild temperatures of the area, can be appreciated well beyond the summer season.
In less than an hour’s drive from Brindisi, you can visit extraordinary cities of art throughout the year such as Alberobello, Polignano, Cisternino, Ostuni, Lecce, Taranto, Otranto, Galatina, Gallipoli and many others.
Once you arrive at Flowing House, we will be happy to suggest cycle-tourist and food and wine itineraries, based on the preferences of each of our guests.
