August 25, 2018

An Unexpected Easter

Written By Elena Riccardo

Journey to the heart of Easter in Southern Italy and live the holiday like a local! Based in Lecce, a.k.a “the Florence of the South”, the focus will be on living firsthand the unique cultural events that few outsiders ever get to experience. From the “” in Taranto, where hooded penitents build their own crosses and , to the more light-hearted Easter Monday celebrations, with a nature walk and a picnic lunch in the countryside as per tradition, you’ll get to live the richness of the springtime festivities from all angles. You’ll also discover some of the most beautiful and fascinating places in Southeastern Italy, including 9,000-year-old Matera, Taranto, Manduria and Ostuni, for a truly breathtaking experience of the cultural gems hidden down south.