One of the most interesting places to spend your holidays in Puglia is certainly the city of Fasano, the most populous center after the capital Brindisi. It is located in the Itria Valley, between Salento and the Province of Bari. Surrounded by a rich countryside made up of trulli and farms, Fasano owes its name to the first village built in 1088, the Casale di Santa Maria de Fajano village. The historic center of Fasano is called U'bracchie (in the shade) by its inhabitants because in summer the sun's rays cannot penetrate the narrow alleys. In this area there are many squares, buildings, bars, pubs and trattorias. There is also no shortage of churches which should be 14 in total. The most important one is the Mother Church of San Giovanni Battista, built on an ancient temple destroyed in 1330. A very popular meeting point in Fasano is Piazza Ciaia, unmissable for those who want to take a walk in the centre. Covered in white stone, it is surrounded by Palazzo Balì and the Clock Tower. The archaeological excavations of Egnazia are also very suggestive, an ancient settlement of Roman origin abandoned after the year 1000. Finally, you can't miss a trip to the Fasano Zoosafari, the largest wildlife park in Italy. It covers an area of ​​140 hectares, where visitors can observe exotic animals up close. This is an exceptional experience to have, especially for families with children.
