Locorotondo
Locorotondo is one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. It is located at the heart of Valle d’Itria on a relief 410 metres above the sea level. Its name means “Round place”. It perfectly describes the circularity of its historic center shape which encloses bright whitewashed houses, small arches and narrow streets. The old town perches upon a hill. From there are magnificent views over vineyards, olive groves and cute Trulli . I was attracted to Locorotondo with the information about it. But it was not on our list originally as we had many places to visit in our plan. On the day, we arrived at Alberobello shortly after 9am. It was quiet at the Rione Aia Piccola district. But soon after the other commercialised side, the Rione Monti quarter , was packed with tourists, at the various slopes of lane and trulli shops. It’s stressful with the crowds all over the place. I initiated to visit Locorotondo . My trip mate hesitated at the beginning but accepted the suggestion as t