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What to see in TarantoPeople often wonder what to see in Taranto during their vacations in Apulia, in fact there is no shortage of attractions in this city and your stay will surely be enjoyable in thecity of the two seas.In detail, however, Taranto owes its fame to the Port of Taranto and MaRta, or the National Archaeological Museum of Taranto, one of the most important cultural centers in Italy.First of all, attention must be paid to the peculiar morphology of the municipality of Taranto , which stretches along the Ionian coast, overlooking the well-known Gulf of Taranto. The city is mainly developed in three areas on the mainland and on the islet of Taranto Vecchia, all caressed by the Ionian Sea.And it is from here that our journey of discovery of Taranto begins, from its land beaten by the inner sea called Mar Piccolo and the outer sea calledMar Grande. These two bodies of water present the natural shape of an arch, bordered by the archipelago of the Cheradi Islands, populated by dolphins, in which landing is permitted only forTaranto's St. Peter's Island.Taranto, however, is more than just a port city, but a destination full of purpose for an urban renaissance that aims at the revaluation not only of its artistic heritage, but also of all that human capital hitherto associated exclusively with steel companies and which instead represents the flagship of today's creative industries.Let yourself be won over by the outspokenness of the people of Taranto, by the historic center with its tangle of streets overlooked by ancient palaces clad in street art and ancient basilicas that form a harmonious continuum, in which the highest expression of this desire for metamorphosis resides in the majestic Co-cathedral designed by Gio Ponti.Its ancient village, snoozing on an islet, is connected to the mainland, by the Stone Bridge and Taranto's renowned Swivel Bridge, immediately welcoming the visitor to its primitive beauty.Welcoming us as we arrive from the revolving bridge of San Francesco di Paola is Taranto's Aragonese Castle, built on an area formerly occupied by a fort from the Norman Swabian-Angevin period, itself built on a Byzantine building. Today the fortress, restored since 2003, is home to the Navy and opens its spaces for events and guided tours.Penetrating into the heart of the old city, one can then admire the ancient columns of the Temple of Poseidon, the oldest in Magna Graecia, which silently and motionless tells a thousand-year history.Spending your next vacation in Taranto city in the old town you will be amazed by the conspicuous number of religious factories that swarm its streets and alleys. However, it is the Cathedral of San Cataldo that is the undisputed queen of the city's architecture and popular devotion.Taranto vacations by the seaWe are well aware, however, that discovering the historical heritage is not enough for your summer vacation. In this regard, therefore, we would also like to suggest the best beaches for your vacations in Taranto by the sea. Taranto's beaches on the Ionian Sea are real sunny and tropical bays, just a stone's throw from the city, a source of inspiration for various artists of the musical and cultural scene of the 1980s. In those years, Taranto was one of the first Italian cities to enter electronic suggestions, but that is another story worth exploring separately.Going back to talking about the sea in Taranto, you should know that the beaches are mainly composed of white sandy shores, beaten by an aquamarine sea, all set in the Mediterranean maquis, so that your vacations in and around Taranto will be under the banner of crystal-clear sea.All of the bays are enchanting, so you can choose to spend your vacation in Taranto's marina or in the city, and then move within minutes to the surrounding area. Among the most beautiful stretches of sand, we recommend: Lido Taranto a stone's throw from the old town, Tramontone beach, San Vito beach, and at Porto Franco beach south of the town.If, on the other hand, you would like to visit the bays in the province of Taranto , you can pop into the marina of Pulsano, Campomarino di Maruggio and San Pietro in Bevagna, which will guarantee you a memorable Salento vacation !In conclusion, your stay in this city, will also be distinguished by a good offer of leisure and entertainment, in Taranto in the evening, then, you have the opportunity to find the right club or you can indulge in a relaxing walk, admiring the lights reflected in the sea.That said, would you like to know more about short rentals in Taranto for your vacation? Great, considering for vacations in Taranto the advice provided and the pictures of the city, the choice is soon made. Take a look at our catalog of vacation rentals in Taranto province and choose the solution that best suits your needs!Contact us, we at Barbarhouse will be at your disposal to provide you with a tailor-made quote!<a rel='nofollow' href="en/apulia/holidays-in-province-of-taranto/" "target="_BLANK" alt="Vacations_to_Taranto" title="Discover our homes in Taranto" style="text-decoration: none; cursor: pointer"> <button style="background-color: #00598a; cursor: pointer; border-spacing: 10px; font-size: 14px; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: center; color: #ffffff; font-weight: normal; padding-left: 18px; padding-right: 18px; border-radius: 4px; border-width: 0px; border-style: none; border-color: #0000; height: 40px; margin: 0px auto; display: inline" type="button"> <div style="font-size: 14px; font-weight: 800"> Discover our homes in Taranto <div style="clear: both"> </div> </div> </button> </a> </div> <br /> <br />