AVION TOURISM MAGAZINE #11 Summary

Editorial

Avion Tourism Magazine takes you to discover the World Heritage Sites of Puglia and Basilicata, renowned Italian regions of Southern Italy that tell a rich history preserving heritages of inestimable value and that are definitely worth a trip. In fact, these sites represent authentic gems that testify to the richness and diversity of the heritage of two exceptional regions, which can be visited at any time of the year.

These sites are only a small part of the entire heritage preserved in our beautiful country, given that, to date, UNESCO has recognized 1154 sites (897 Cultural Sites, 218 Natural Sites and 39 Mixed Sites) present in 167 countries around the world. Italy, in this vast global panorama, welcomes 58 of them, which are the largest number of sites per country included in the list of World Heritage Sites.

The World Heritage List in Italy is made up of 45 sites that are part of the Cultural Heritage, 5 sites that are part of the Natural Heritage, 8 sites that are part of the Cultural Landscape.

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The World Heritage sites of Puglia and Basilicata offer unmissable experiences that motivate the visit of these extraordinary places. First of all, for the contribution to the preservation of the historical and cultural heritage. By visiting these places, you will immerse yourself in the history and culture of the regions, admiring monuments and testimonies that have stood the test of time. And, precisely through the conservation of these sites, the historical and cultural heritage of Puglia and Basilicata can be better understood.

But also for the extraordinary architecture: sites such as the Trulli of Alberobello, the Castel del Monte and the Sassi of Matera are remarkable examples of unique and fascinating architecture. These places represent ancient building traditions and engineering techniques handed down for centuries. Admiring these works allows you to appreciate the skill and creativity of the artisans or masters of the past and treasure them.

Basilicata and Puglia are also united by different cultural aspects and traditions that make them particularly similar. Among them, the Mediterranean diet, transhumance and falconry stand out, which have been recognized as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.

Below is information on how to reach the individual locations by plane with the proximity airports served by the main airlines that operate scheduled flights and there is also no shortage of suggestions for visiting renowned cities or nearby locations in the two regions and advice for tours and excursions that allow you to deepen your knowledge of the places visited in an unusual and compelling way.

Have a good trip with Avion Tourism Magazine!

Angela Trivigno

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