This is deserving of so many more posts, so I will do my very best to summarize our magnificent stay in Apulia.

Close to the Southernmost point in the heel of Apulia lies a small town by the name of Ugento.

One of the family members that once ruled the area has undertaken to restore the family castle and create a five star hotel.

In the midst of the restoration and modernization they have uncovered frescoes dating back to Norman times, previously unknown sections of the castle, and many, many beautiful works of art.

We were told that this beautiful garden once housed a pig sty and a chicken coop.

Behind these doors lies a superb restaurant (Michelin – set your sights on a visit here soon) and a cooking school affiliated with the CIA.

This is just one of the many frescoes that adorns the castle ceilings.