Baia dei turchi, gemma del Salento! Hotel 4* Mezza Pensione

Created: Friday, November 15, 2024

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In spite of the great development of buildings, Otranto preserves an almost intact historical center, which shines in all its splendor protected by the fortifications overlooking the south shore of the natural harbor. The natural entrance to the historical center is the Porta Alfonsina, in memory of Alfonso, Duke of Calabria, who liberated the city from Turkish domination. A series of alleys lead us to the Otranto Cathedral, a jewel of Romanesque-pugliese architecture, built in 1080-88 and also known as Catedrale dell'Annunziata. The gabled façade is dominated by a Gothic-Arab style rosette from the 15th century and a Baroque portal from 1764. Its austere interior, with three naves, is decorated with a 17th-century ceilings in gilded wood and by 14 Granite columns. In the Chapel of the Martyrs, to the right of the main altar, the bones of the victims of the Turkish massacre are preserved. The masterpiece, however, is depicted on the ground in a beautiful mosaic in bright colors by the priest Pantaleone (1163-1166), depicting scenes from the Bible and medieval epic cycles. Beneath the apse is the wide crypt, supported by a jungle of columns with capitals of different periods and Byzantine frescoes. Near the cathedral, we find the Diocesan Museum, which displays a collection of fabrics and liturgical objects, statues and paintings belonging to the church, as the fifteenth century baptismal font. We can also observe interesting fragments of a late-Roman mosaic found under the muscled pavement. The main street of the village is Corso Garibaldi, vibrant and crowded, which rises in the direction of the town square, or Piazza del Popolo, with the Torre dell'Orologio (Clock Tower) dating from 1779. From here you reach San Pietro , A Byzantine church that dates back to the X-XI century, and was for many years the seat of Greek worship. The exterior looks austere; In contrast, the interior is a plant in Greek cross, inserted inside a square, and very decorated. Marked by three small ships supported by eight columns, the church has its walls and vaults covered with frescoes depicting biblical scenes. The cannon vault of the ship to the northwest is adorned by the "Last Supper" and the "Lavatory of the feet".

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Amareclub Baia dei Turchi

Otranto (LE) - At 3.9 km from the centerHALF BOARDContrada Fontanelle, 80, Otranto (LE) 73028 Camera Doppia Classic

ADULTS ONLY RESORT Opening on 01/06/2024 – Closure on 21/09/20243 km from Otranto, the complex is located in a privileged position near the Baia dei Turchi beach, one of the rarest and most admired pearls of the Salento. The elegant environments with refined design, with clear references to the East and Zen culture, offer a magical and relaxing atmosphere. Its proximity to Otranto makes it a privileged starting point for visits of historical-cultural as well as gastronomic interest. The Resort is reserved for customers "Adults Only" (over 18).BeachAt 1.500 mt, located near the renowned and exclusive Baia dei Turchi, within the protected Laghi di Alimini oasis, with a fine sandy beach, equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds and, compatibly with the rules that protect this uncontaminated corner of the coast, equipped only with services ecological toilets. The beach can be reached by shuttle service (at set times, included in the Club Card) plus a shaded walkway in the pine forest of about 500 mt, small kiosk bar (managed external). Beach service subject to availability starting from the 4th row (1 umbrella + 2 sunbeds) included in the Baia dei Turchi Card.AccomodationEthnic-minimalist style rooms for 2/3 people. The rooms on the ground floor, with equipped veranda, have a double and third bed French bed, while the rooms on the first floor have a furnished balcony, double bed and sofa. They are all equipped with air independent conditioning, telephone, TV, wi-fi internet connection, minibar (set up on request), kettle for American coffee, tisanes and tea, safe, bathroom with hairdryer and shower cubicle. Possibility of accommodation in connecting rooms for 4 people, on the first floor, composed with 2 double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Rooms for disabled people available.RestaurantsBuffet breakfast with the possibility of late breakfast until 11.00 at the pool bar, meals with buffet service. Available to guests "Pascià" restaurant, with 2 air-conditioned internal rooms and external veranda, which offers varied and refined cuisine with Mediterranean and Salento specialties. Microfiltered smooth or sparkling water included in the rates. Once a week, typical Salento evening. At lunch there is the possibility of the Beach Lunch, with a choice from the menu and served directly under the umbrella on the beach: Beach Lunch supplement, on request, €15 per person per dayActivities and ServicesHall with reception and bar, pool bar, reading area with books and newspapers, herbal tea corner, air conditioning in all common areas, free wi-fi, excursion service, internal fenced unattended parking.Other services (for a fee)Beach service in the front rows. Nearby horse riding, diving center, go-karting (international track), boat excursions, golf course 18 holes Par 72, water sports, surfing, boat and car rental.WellnessA Relax Area for massages and beauty treatments inside the Resort, a quiet place where you can reclaim time and harmonize your senses with the enveloping color of the environments and the smell of oils and incense.Baia dei Turchi CardIncludes: beach service and shuttle to/from the beach at set times, swimming pool (1.000 m2) with solarium, umbrellas and oriental sunbeds (while seats last), gym with cardio-fitness, yoga, pilates, multi-purpose synthetic grass pitch (football/tennis), evenings with piano bar, live music, DJ set in the pool, first supply of beach towels (change for a fee), outdoor film festivals with screenings of art films.Top FormulaIncludes: reserved umbrella in the 2nd row, reserved table in the restaurant, late check-out at 1.00 pm, first supply of minibar (6 drinks + 4 juices + 2 non-alcoholic aperitifs), 2 bottles of water (1/2 liter) in the room per day. Supplement € 25 per room per night. To be requested and paid at the time of bookingTop Plus FormulaIncludes: reserved umbrella in the 1st row, reserved table in the restaurant, Good Morning Service with 1 free newspaper in the morning, late check-out at 1.00 pm, first supply of minibar (6 drinks + 4 juices + 2 non-alcoholic aperitifs), 2 bottles of water (1/2 liter) in the room per day, evening shuttle for Otranto 1 time a week for 2 people (times and availability to be agreed). Supplement € 30 per room per night. To be requested and paid at the time of bookingStart/End of stayFree entrances. Check-in from 05:00pm; check-out by 10:00amTo be paid on site:Club Card compulsory, per room per night: €10 until June and September, €15 in July, €20 in AugustBeach service, to be requested when booking, per day: 1st row €20, 2nd row €15, 3rd row €10Small pets allowed (on request, excluding common areas), €10 per night + €50 for final disinfestationOptional supplement for beach towel rental €5 (deposit €10), possible change €5

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