Walk Around The Splendid Town Of Porto Selvaggio

Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Posted in: Apulia Beaches Localities On the Coast Southern Italy Tourist Attractions
Bay of Porto Selvaggio
If you’re searching for an Italian holiday destination that lies off the beaten tourist track then why not book a gorgeous villa rental in Porto Selvaggio in Apulia for a week or two!

Water lovers will be in paradise here as the intimate beach of Porto Selvaggio is crystal clear and further out, full of colourful marine life to observe in a scuba diving or snorkelling expedition!

Porto Selvaggio is an ideal spot to visit any time of year, especially if you wish to escape into the midst of nature.
Torre Santa Maria in Porto Selvaggio
There are lots of nature trails to walk or cycle along where you can admire the peace and tranquillity of this delightful Italian area.

Escape into the shade of nearby forest trees on a hot day and enjoy the fragrant pine scent wafting through the air. You have your choice of idyllic picnic spots around the coast of Porto Selvaggio. Other attractions in and around Porto Selvaggio include a fascinating Neanderthal cave named the ‘Cave of the Horse’.

It got its named because of the evidence of animal slaughter and hunting tools discovered inside and a guided tour of it will give tourists an intriguing insight into what life was like for these cave men!
Porto Selvaggio marshland
Climb up to see the ancient high tower that overlooks the Bay of Porto Selvaggio and learn a bit about its role in protecting this area in the past. Later, why not set off on a fascinating tour of the protected marshland near to Porto Selvaggio where a wealth of natural life thrives in this wet and warm environment.

Here along the quaint coastline, you’re free from the noise and crowds of tourists that tend to flock to better known seaside resorts along the Italian coast.

But for a change, why not book a villa on the Ionic coast and spend some time in this little peaceful slice of paradise!
Photo credits
picture 1: Tm / CC BY 2.0;
picture 2: Lupiae / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 3: Psymark / CC BY-SA 3.0

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