What to do in the Gargano day 1: the city of the two UNESCO sites
Considering arriving in Monte Sant’angelo in the afternoon, we advise you to stay here, renting a room in the heart of the historical centre. You will be able to walk around the Junno district and light a candle in the magnificent sanctuary of San Michele Arcangelo. Finally, you can visit the Norman castle which dates back to the first half of the 9th century. With a pleasant walk in the historic center it is possible to see numerous churches and ancient buildings, enjoying an incredible panorama of the coast. A place that attracts hundreds of pilgrims from all over the world, where one breathes an air of peace and tranquillity, feeling transported back to medieval times.Day 2: to the most beautiful beaches
On the morning of day two you can leave from Monte Sant’Angelo in the direction of Vieste, first stop: Baia delle Zagare. You will also be able to admire the bay from above, approaching the coast road. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of this stretch of coast, as well as the one that has become a symbol of the Gargano. Continuing towards Vieste we suggest you see the beach of Vignanotica, the Arch of San Felice and the beach of Pizzomunno. Once in Vieste, a tour of the historic center is a must. Vieste is famous for its pastry shops stocked with croissants with pistachio cream and stuffed lobsters!What to see in Vieste
Among the historical and architectural elements to see in Vieste we suggest the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. Its construction dates back to the second half of the 11th century, the building still retains as a whole the primitive Romanesque-Apulian style and in the bell tower that of the late Baroque. It represents one of the oldest churches in Romanesque style in Puglia and is found in perfect harmony with the bell tower. Punta San Francesco. The small peninsula is the end of the rock. Here is where the medieval quarter stands. It was inhabited since ancient times thanks to its strategic position. In fact, its mighty natural bastion which made it difficult to attack by sea. The name of the peninsula is linked to that of the church and monastery that rise at its end, dating back to 1438. The chianca Amara, adjacent to the Cathedral of Vieste is a rock monument to human ferocity, on which women, old people and children were slaughtered in July 1554 on the orders of the bloodthirsty Turkish pirate Draguth Rais.Stop at the trabucchi
After a night in Vieste, before reaching the next destination you can visit the trabucco of Molinella. The trabucchi are ancient buildings used for fishing, some are still in use today and are the symbol of the traditions of the Gargano.
Continuing towards Peschici you will be able to admire the coast with dreamlike panoramas and it is known that the sea opens the stomach but Puglia will immediately fill you with its specialties. In fact, right next to the trabucchi you will find many fish restaurants!