Bay of the Turks: everything there is to know

The Bay of the Turks, located near Otranto in Puglia, is famous for its natural beauty and for being a paradise of uncontaminated beaches with white sand and crystalline waters. Its curious name is due to an ancient legend which says that, right here on this beach, as far back as the 15th Century, the Turks landed during the siege of Otranto. Today, the Bay is part of a protected area, much loved for its tranquillity and the breathtaking landscape, attracting many tourists looking for wild nature and a clear sea.