Carosino in the province of Taranto: the castle, the Albanian origins and the vineyards of the Ionian hinterland. A small village of tradition and wine.
History
Carosino is one of the hamlets of the Tarantine Albania, repopulated in the fifteenth century by Albanian exiles. The town grew in the countryside south-east of Taranto, in an area with a strong wine-growing vocation.
What to see
The main monument is the castle, dominating the town centre and representing the village's most significant historic witness.
The territory is marked by vineyards, falling within the Ionian arc's wine production area. The agricultural tradition remains the community's strongest identity trait today.
Carosino fits well into an itinerary among the small villages of the Tarantine hinterland, between Albanian history and rural landscapes.
Did you know…
- The castle is the town's most representative monument.
- Carosino is among the hamlets repopulated by the Albanians in the fifteenth century.
Practical information
| Hours | The village can be visited at any time; the castle may keep its own hours. |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Visiting the centre is free. |
| Accessibility | The centre is level and easy. |
| Getting there | From Taranto about 18 km towards the south-east. A car is needed. |
Tips for your visit
- Admire the castle in the heart of the village.
- Pair it with the other Arbëreshë villages and the area's wine cellars.