Richard And Jo Demeester's photos

Matera

Matera

31 Dec 2021 65
Our B'n'B was just opposite here, and this was the view we had (from the roof terrace, at least) over the ancient city of Matera.
Church of Santa Croce, Lecce

Church of Santa Croce, Lecce

30 Dec 2021 79
Fishermen, Gallipoli Harbour

Fishermen, Gallipoli Harbour

30 Dec 2021 69
Down on Italy's heel, Gallipoli has a very pleasant old town. The harbour is protected by a well proportioned and picturesque castle.
Gallipoli, Italy

Gallipoli, Italy

30 Dec 2021 1 81
Another Gallipoli, diverse from the one us Australians automatically think of.
Mosaic Floor, Otranto Cathedral

Mosaic Floor, Otranto Cathedral

29 Dec 2021 68
While the skulls are an interesting draw for the Cathedral, the cathedral is bestowed with other interesting sights, including the amazing mosaic floor from the 12th century.
Skulls, Up Close

Skulls, Up Close

29 Dec 2021 1 78
Relics in a chapel in the Otranto Cathedral, the Martyrs of Otranto.
Skulls and Assorted Bones

Skulls and Assorted Bones

29 Dec 2021 84
Remains of the Martyrs of Otranto.
The Martyrs of Otranto

The Martyrs of Otranto

29 Dec 2021 87
The skeletal remains of some 813 residents of Otranto, beheaded in 1480 when the city fell in to the hands of an Ottoman force. They are said to have rejected the option of converting to Islam.
Walls of Otranto

Walls of Otranto

29 Dec 2021 79
Eastern most town on the Italian mainland, with a small harbour, and a strategically important spot at the strait between the Ionian Sea and the Adriatic. The town changed hands a number of times, between the Greeks, Romans, Ottomans, and others. The castle and town walls attest to the efforts put in to retain the town.
View Over Alberobello

View Over Alberobello

29 Dec 2021 3 1 96
Our Trullo Bed and Breakfast

Our Trullo Bed and Breakfast

29 Dec 2021 81
It was wonderful to stay in a traditional trullo house in the middle of Alberobello historic centre.
Christmas Lights, Alberobello

Christmas Lights, Alberobello

28 Dec 2021 79
A suburban part of Alberobello. Corners and nooks were lit with scenes and mini stories. Some of a traditional motif, with a bible verse, and some based on local stories and themes.
Castel del Monte

Castel del Monte

28 Dec 2021 81
Looking up from the inner courtyard. We had stopped at Castel del Monte in earlier in the year, but as it was high season and we had not pre-booked tickets, we were unable to go in. This time, we were driving south, in the vicinity, and we made our bookings online to ensure we would get to see inside.
Castel del Monte - Exterior

Castel del Monte - Exterior

28 Dec 2021 79
Pietraferrazzana

Pietraferrazzana

26 Dec 2021 1 96
Pietraferrazzana, with Lago di Bomba behind.
Abandoned Buonanotte

Abandoned Buonanotte

26 Dec 2021 100
A village near Bomba, just on the other side of the lake, Buonanotte was evacuated and now remains abandoned and largely off limits. Some buildings slipped down the mountain, and the whole town was deemed in danger and unsafe. Parts are still open to exploration, and modern artworks have recently been added.
Clouds Fail to Obscure Maiella

Clouds Fail to Obscure Maiella

27 Dec 2021 1 90
Snow capped peak proudly catching the sun.
Festive

Festive

25 Dec 2021 90
The accessories were chosen by lucky dip.
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