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    Day 1

    4 mi

    Selfie at the monuments, boat trip to the dolphins, visit Duomo and Aragonese Castle, shopping!

    You will be able to arrive with your boat at the tourist port of Taranto, or from the airport of Brindisi which is closer than the airport of Bari. It will be exceptional to be able to see the island on which stands the old town and the Aragonese Castle. If you're lucky you'll be able to see the Ponte Girevole (swing bridge) that connects the remaining nineteenth-century city in action (if there is the event is reported on the web) while to your left remains the small port of the fishermen who weave their nets.
    Bernardi
    09:0030 min

    Bernardi

    Bar
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    Welcome to Taranto! You can start your day having breakfast tasting the delicious local delicacies, while your gaze will be lost on an unusual view, in front of the Aragonese Castle, which will allow you to take a dip in the past, in 1492, five hundred and thirty years ago!
    0.1 mi5 min
    09:3530 min

    Monumento Al Marinaio

    Sculpture Garden
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    Come to any port don't miss the souvenir photo near the Sailor Monument!
    0.3 mi10 min
    Colonne del Tempio di Poseidone
    10:2515 min

    Colonne del Tempio di Poseidone

    Park
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    Ready for another selfie? You have arrived at the Doric columns, the only survivors of the Doric temple of Poseidon, defined as the oldest place of worship of Magna Graecia nationwide!
    0.3 mi10 min
    Duomo di San Cataldo
    10:5015 min

    Duomo di San Cataldo

    Historic Site
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    Not to be missed is a visit to the oldest cathedral in Apulia, dedicated to the patron saint of the city, Do you realize? You will be in front of the ancient early Christian settlement that testifies to the first homes of Christians on the island of Taranto, yes, because here you are on an island!

    Taranto Cathedral (Italian: Cattedrale di San Cataldo) is a Roman Catholic cathedral in Taranto, Apulia, Italy, dedicated to Saint Catald. It is the archiepiscopal seat of the Archdiocese of Taranto.

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    0.3 mi10 min
    Jonian Dolphin Conservation
    11:1530 min

    Jonian Dolphin Conservation

    Landmark
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    Being able to observe dolphins in their natural habitat will be an unforgettable experience on this boat trip!
    0.7 mi15 min
    Castello Aragonese
    12:201 hr

    Castello Aragonese

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    Every half an hour you can visit the ancient Aragonese Castle, now the base of the Navy, whose foundations date back to the greek period IV-III sec. a.. C. There are many centuries of history, just try to imagine the first fortification carried out by the Byzantines in 780, which provided as defense from the high towers spears, arrows, stones and boiling oil!
    0.2 mi5 min
    Al Canale
    13:301 hr

    Al Canale

    Restaurant
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    Relax and enjoy a great meal at this canal-side restaurant!
    0.4 mi10 min
    National Archaeological Museum of Taranto-Marta
    15:002 hrs

    National Archaeological Museum of Taranto-Marta

    Landmark
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    The National Archaeological Museum of Taranto is an Italian state museum. It exhibits one of the largest collections of artifacts dating back to the era of Magna Graecia, including the famous golds of Taranto, of international interest!
    0.6 mi15 min
    Lungomare di Taranto
    17:1530 min

    Lungomare di Taranto

    Landmark
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    Walking along the promenade overlooking the gulf, you will be charmed by the beautiful statues of mermaids that pop up here and there, on the rocks. The sculptures belong to the contemporary artist Francesco Trani. Do you know the legend linked to these places? Find out in the next image!
    0.2 mi5 min
    the Promenade Gardens
    17:5030 min

    the Promenade Gardens

    Park
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    It is said that, at the time when Taranto was the capital of Magna Graecia, mermaids were fascinated by the city and decided to build their fairy castle in the waters that lapped it. In the village lived a splendid couple: she was a girl of incredible beauty, he was a fisherman often far from home. Because of his absence, his young wife found herself giving in to the grueling courtship of a rich local lord. In remorse, she confessed everything to her husband, who took her with him in a boat and pushed her into the water. The sirens saved her and, enchanted by her splendor, crowned her queen and gave her the name of Skuma (Foam). Fonte
    0.5 mi10 min
    18:401 hr

    Via Di Palma

    Other Great Outdoors
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    Shopping in the central streets of the city is always pleasant!
    0.4 mi10 min
    Exit Village
    20:001 hr 30 min

    Exit Village

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    Here or at another place of your choice you can end the day, enjoying a beer at sunset.
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