Among the most astonishing places in Puglia, these three cities are located on the cliffs of the beautiful Adriatic sea in the Northern part of the Province of Bari.
Giovinazzo (left) is Antonia's favourite place in the world.
Giovinazzo (left) is Antonia's favourite place in the world.
Originally a Roman fortification, during the centuries Giovinazzo has slowly grown around the fishing activity. The historic centre just around the port area preserves beautiful palaces from the XII to the XVII centuries. A walk through the narrow streets down to the port shore is a must during a warm Winter afternoon. Just on the opposite site of the scene of this photograph is the lovely pizzeria "Il localetto", best pizza in Puglia.
One last curiosity: American actor John Turturro's father, Nicholas Turturro, immigrated to the United States from Giovinazzo in the first half of the 20th century.
Still heading North, you'll enter the beautiful city of Molfetta, native town of the dear and beloved friend Cristoforo, also known as San Cristobal de la Casa de Molfeta (pronounced with a close "o" elongated almost as a "u"and one "t").
The city is famous in the world for its beautiful Middle Age Dome facing the port, the famous historic centre "Ind a la terr" and, of course, the Molfettesi population, millions of which are currently spread around the world but are still recognizable by their distinctive accent (... so to speak, or actually spEAk).
And if you are really in the mood to step back to about 1000 years ago, don't miss the interior of one of most beautiful example of Romanesque architecture, the St. Nicholas Cathedral of Trani (few kilometres North of Molfetta). From the square you can head towards the main street, usually crowded with little bars and restaurants. You want to stop for a taste of the famous local dessert wine, the Moscato di Trani, rigouroursly accompanied by almond pastries and sweets. 
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