Monteparano in the province of Taranto: one of the province's smallest towns, of Albanian origin, among Arbëreshë traditions and countryside.
History
Monteparano is one of the smallest towns of the province of Taranto and belongs to the hamlets repopulated in the fifteenth century by the Albanian exiles who reached Puglia after the Ottoman invasion of the Balkans.
What to see
The town keeps the compact character of the small hinterland centres, with the parish church and the traditional urban fabric. Nearby lies the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Camera, shared with the neighbouring towns.
The surrounding territory is agricultural, marked by olive groves and vineyards. Monteparano is well visited as part of a tour of the southern Tarantine Arbëreshë villages.
Did you know…
- It is one of the smallest towns in the province of Taranto.
- It belongs to the hamlets repopulated by the Albanians in the fifteenth century.
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 17 km towards the south-east. A car is needed. |
Tips for your visit
- Pair it with Roccaforzata and San Marzano in an itinerary among the Albanian villages.
Where it is
Frequently asked questions
The small historic centre with the parish church and, in the surroundings, the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Camera. It is a stop on an itinerary among the Arbëreshë villages.
Yes, it belongs to the hamlets repopulated in the fifteenth century by the Albanian exiles who gave rise to the Tarantine Albania.