Sightseeing Nearby

The Sanctuary of San Michele Arcangelo, about fifty metres away, is entered through a Gothic portal and a long staircase descending into the sacred grotto. Inside, the cave serves as a church, with a marble statue of the archangel and Lombard inscriptions left by early pilgrims. The site is part of the UNESCO listing for Lombard monuments in Italy. Modest clothing is required, and silence is expected during services.

The Rione Junno, the medieval quarter below the sanctuary, is a maze of white houses with outdoor staircases and narrow alleys. It is one of the most photogenic districts in Puglia. Walking here early in the morning reveals daily life and quiet corners. Small shops sell local sweets and crafts.

The Norman Swabian Aragonese Castle stands above the town with towers and walls built over many centuries. It offers views across the Gargano and the sea. Exhibitions inside tell the story of the town's rulers. A visit takes around an hour.

The so called Tomb of Rotari, actually a medieval baptistery, stands beside the Church of San Pietro. Its high dome and carvings make it one of the town's most interesting monuments.

The Museo Tancredi presents local traditions, crafts and rural life of the Gargano. It helps visitors understand the history of the community.

The Abbey of Santa Maria di Pulsano, a few kilometres away, sits on a cliff with ancient hermitages carved into the rock. Hiking trails connect the hermitages for experienced walkers.

For food, try ostie ripiene, wafers filled with almonds and honey, a sweet speciality of the town. The large local bread and caciocavallo podolico cheese are also famous.