Monteiasi in the province of Taranto: a village of Albanian origin between Taranto and Grottaglie, with its churches and a countryside of olive groves and vineyards.
History
Monteiasi is a small town of the Tarantine hinterland, also among the hamlets repopulated in the fifteenth century by the Albanian exiles who reached Puglia after the Ottoman advance in the Balkans.
What to see
The town keeps the quiet character of the area's farming centres, with the historic churches and the traditional houses of the old core.
Its position, halfway between Taranto and Grottaglie, makes it a handy stop for those heading towards the city of ceramics. The surrounding territory is cultivated with olive groves and vineyards.
Did you know…
- Monteiasi lies halfway between Taranto and Grottaglie.
- It is among the Albanian-origin hamlets of the Tarantine Albania.
Practical information
| Hours | The village can be visited at any time. |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Free to visit. |
| Accessibility | The centre is small and easy. |
| Getting there | From Taranto about 15 km eastwards. A car is needed. |
Tips for your visit
- A handy stop on the way to Grottaglie.
Where it is
Frequently asked questions
The small historic centre with its churches and the countryside of olive groves and vineyards. It is a handy stop on the way to Grottaglie.
Yes, it is among the hamlets repopulated in the fifteenth century by the Albanian exiles of the Tarantine Albania.