Province of Taranto

District ·🇮🇹 Italy

Population 550,046

Area 2,439 km²

Time zone Europe/Rome

Official website www.provincia.taranto.it

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Historic Archaeological Sites

This collection highlights 14 significant sites in the Taranto region, including ancient Greek temples, medieval castles, Saracen watchtowers, and archaeological parks. The list features the Castello Aragonese fortress, Doric temples from Magna Graecia, coastal Roman villas, and necropolises, reflecting a wide span of historical periods and architectural styles.

14 places

Historic Churches

This collection features six historic Roman Catholic cathedrals and churches in the province of Taranto, Apulia. Highlighted sites include co-cathedrals and main churches with origins ranging from Byzantine to Baroque periods, showcasing diverse architectural styles and local religious heritage tied to notable saints and Marian devotions.

6 places

Coastal Views & Resorts

This list features 13 locations along the Taranto coastline, including sandy beach resorts with free and paid access, dramatic cliffs, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Ionian Sea. It also highlights regional and seafood restaurants offering outdoor dining, showcasing the local culinary traditions connected to the coastal environment.

13 places