Folk traditions of Salento are the most original and deepest in Puglia and in the whole Southern Italy. The Salentine love, work and mournful songs are also very numerous, such as Griko and Salentine lullabies. The great Hellenic influence is indeed expressed in songs, in fables and in witches, nymphs and elves stories which populate the magical Salentine country, in caves and under dolmens.
Whether on our panoramic terrace or in the hypogeum, we love to give our guests happy evenings to remember and share. During the week we offer jazz shows, open-air cineforums, theatrical improvisations, popular music and entertainment, bandit evenings and much more ..
We also point out festivals of typical products -articraft and folkloristic events in the surroundings, to help you in your trip to Salento.
THE TABLE OF SAN GIUSEPPE is a mysterious and deep-rooted tradition in Salento, whose origins probably date back to medieval times. This custom began with the “patrune”, the local lord, offering an annual meal to the needy, prompting some families to prepare large quantities of “massa” to share with neighbours and friends in need