Places
Viewpoint·Easy·Relaxing·Hidden gem
Galatina — Basilica di Santa Caterina & Tarantismo
Puglia
Galatina's Basilica di Santa Caterina d'Alessandria holds one of the most extensive Gothic fresco cycles in southern Italy, and the town was historically the centre of tarantismo, a folk belief that music and frenzied tarantella dancing could cure the effects of a poisonous spider bite. Flat streets link the sights through the old quarter.
Duration
1–2 hours
Distance
3 km
Elevation
+30 m
Best season
Year-round
Parking · Free
Free parking near the basilica in Galatina.
Water
Fountain in the centre.
Highlights
- Extensive Gothic fresco cycle
- Historic centre of the tarantismo tradition
- Flat old-quarter streets
With your dog
Leashed dogs welcome on the streets of the historic centre.
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