If you are thinking of coming to the Panorama Festival, know that you are not just choosing a musical event. You are opening a door to a world of emotions, encounters and discoveries.
Because Panorama Festival is music, yes, but also territory, people, nature and culture. It is an opportunity to get to know the most authentic Salento and experience days that leave their mark.
Between pristine beaches, historic cities, intense flavours and smiling people, every corner tells a story. And today we want to tell it too, with a few tips from Panorama.
Living the Salento like a local: tips from the Panorama team
Natural Landscapes
The Salento, a paradise of sandy beaches, striking cliffs and dreamlike places
Punta Prosciutto - The paradise of crystal-clear waters
If you love white sand and water that fades from light blue to turquoise, this is your place. After a night of dancing, let yourself be lulled by the waves. You will feel like you are in the tropics, but you are in Puglia.
Baia dei Turchi - Where history and nature meet
Surrounded by lush protected pine forest, this bay owes its name to the historic landing of the Turks in the 15th century. Today it is a paradise for nature lovers and divers, thanks to its crystal-clear waters and pristine seabed.
Porto Selvaggio - Trekking, silence and dreamlike sunsets
One of our favourites. If you love walking, this natural park gives you spectacular views of rocks, forests and blue sea. The sunset from the Torre dell'Alto? It stays in your heart.
Ciolo Bridge - Adrenaline and pure beauty
A picture-postcard inlet, One of the most spectacular places in the Salento, Ponte Ciolo overlooks a breathtaking inlet characterised by sheer cliffs. This is the perfect place for those who love breathtaking landscapes.
San Gregorio - The Secret Beach
A small bay away from the crowds, where you can relax in silence and watch the sun go down over the sea. A hidden gem, to be experienced slowly.
Bauxite quarry: the lake suspended between colours and nature
A few kilometres from Otranto and Punta Palascia, the Bauxite Quarry is one of the most fascinating places in Salento. A former mining site transformed by nature into a surreal scenario: fiery red rocks, bright green vegetation and a turquoise lake set in the crater create a contrast of colours that enchants. It is an unmissable stop for those seeking authentic, wild beauty. A place where time seems to stand still, perfect for those who love to photograph, walk, contemplate.
After your visit, treat yourself to a swim in the clear waters of the nearby Orte Baya wild and quiet cove, perfect for cooling off away from the crowds.
Historic cities
The Salento, a paradise of sandy beaches, striking cliffs and dreamlike places
Lecce - The baroque that surprises
Walking around Lecce is like leafing through a stone book. Between sculpted churches, lively squares and artisan workshops, you happily get lost. The Basilica of Santa Croce and Piazza del Duomo are must-sees, but the real magic lies in the details.
Otranto - Where East and West meet
Overlooking the Adriatic Sea, Otranto is a crossroads of cultureswith its charming old town, the majestic Aragonese Castle and the extraordinary Cathedral with its famous 12th century floor mosaic. A perfect destination for those who wish to immerse themselves in an atmosphere suspended in time.
Maglie - Elegance, history and authentic flavours
In the heart of Salento, Maglie is refined and welcoming. Famous for its historic buildings and food and wine scene, it is perfect for those seeking something real and less touristy.
Corigliano d'Otranto - Between castles and grike traditions
We are in the heart of the Grecìa Salentinaarea where a very ancient language is still spoken, the griko. Corigliano d'Otranto is a pearl of rare beauty, famous for its impressive Flying Castleone of the best preserved in the Salento. Walking through the narrow streets of this village means discovering the legacy of Greek culture that still lives on in its traditions, language and architecture. A place rich in history, but also dynamic and vibrant, with a lively and classy nightlife, but also full of events steeped in tradition.
