Diso

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Palazzo Vecchio (Old Palace) at Diso Marittima, Salento, Italy
Off the beaten track hidden cove
The word focara (Fòcara) is a dialect term of Salento, and other southern dialects, which indicates a bonfire of wood to burn. Currently the term is used to denote the particular traditional rite in use in almost all municipalities of Salento to create piles of fagots at the crossroads of the city and set him on fire on the eve of the liturgical feast of St. Anthony Abbot. Around this blazing pyre are used to hold back, to spend the evening, the families who built it. Where did this tradition has its origin is not certain: probably from ancient pagan rituals.
The word focara (Fòcara) is a dialect term of Salento, and other southern dialects, which indicates a bonfire of wood to burn. Currently the term is used to denote the particular traditional rite in use in almost all municipalities of Salento to create piles of fagots at the crossroads of the city and set him on fire on the eve of the liturgical feast of St. Anthony Abbot. Around this blazing pyre are used to hold back, to spend the evening, the families who built it. Where did this tradition has its origin is not certain: probably from ancient pagan rituals.
The word focara (Fòcara) is a dialect term of Salento, and other southern dialects, which indicates a bonfire of wood to burn. Currently the term is used to denote the particular traditional rite in use in almost all municipalities of Salento to create piles of fagots at the crossroads of the city and set him on fire on the eve of the liturgical feast of St. Anthony Abbot. Around this blazing pyre are used to hold back, to spend the evening, the families who built it. Where did this tradition has its origin is not certain: probably from ancient pagan rituals.
Charming house w/ private sea access & jacuzzi

Charming house w/ private sea access & jacuzzi

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Stay at this villa in Diso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Cala dell'Acquaviva and Castro Marina are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
The house was in a lovely location but was very tired. Worn paint in the kitchen and a broken glass cook top. It is very small, no living area and only one air conditioning unit in the hallway to service the whole house. This means you have to sleep with all bedroom doors wide open in order to keep ...

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Charming house w/ private sea access & jacuzzi
Palazzo De Mori

Palazzo De Mori

Via Bastioni Pelagi Otranto LE
The price is HK$884 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
HK$884
HK$972 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this affittacamere in Otranto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Baia Dei Turchi Beach and Alimini Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
Courteous and very helpful staff. Comfortable room.

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Palazzo De Mori
Hotel Belvedere, Torre Dell'Orso

Hotel Belvedere, Torre Dell'Orso

4 out of 5
Via Alessandro Volta, 37 Melendugno LE
The price is HK$574 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
HK$574
HK$631 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Melendugno. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
The front desk was very helpful and the view from our room was fantastic

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Hotel Belvedere, Torre Dell'Orso
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
SALENTO VILLA WITH POOL, GARDEN, TERRACES, NEAR THE SEA OF CASTRO

SALENTO VILLA WITH POOL, GARDEN, TERRACES, NEAR THE SEA OF CASTRO

DISO PUGLIA- SALENTO
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Diso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Cala dell'Acquaviva and Castro Marina are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
This is a lovely villa for a family holiday. It’s beautifully decorated with a wonderful pool, gardens and lots of space to relax. We enjoyed strolling into Diso and going to the local shop, pizzeria, cafe and restaurant. Everyone was very friendly and it was a very peaceful place to be.

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

SALENTO VILLA WITH POOL, GARDEN, TERRACES, NEAR THE SEA OF CASTRO
Charming house w/ private sea access & jacuzzi

Charming house w/ private sea access & jacuzzi

Marittima Puglia
Stay at this villa in Diso. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Cala dell'Acquaviva and Castro Marina are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
The house was in a lovely location but was very tired. Worn paint in the kitchen and a broken glass cook top. It is very small, no living area and only one air conditioning unit in the hallway to service the whole house. This means you have to sleep with all bedroom doors wide open in order to keep ...

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Charming house w/ private sea access & jacuzzi
House / Villa - Diso

House / Villa - Diso

Diso Puglia
Stay at this holiday home in Diso. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Cala dell'Acquaviva and Spiaggia di Botte ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Bellissima tutto perfetto proprietari gentilissimi eravamo in 10 persone e siamo stati super comodi

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

House / Villa - Diso
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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