| Locorotondo | ||
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| State | Italy | |
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| Region | Puglia | |
| Territory | Valle d'Itria | |
| Altitude | 410 m a.s.l. | |
| Surface | 48.19 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 14.214 (2018) | |
| Name inhabitants | Locorotondesi | |
| Prefix tel | 39 080 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 70010 | |
| Time zone | UTC 1 | |
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Locorotondo is a city of Puglia.
To know
Geographical notes
It rises in the Valle d'Itria where centuries ago tradition has it that the river of the same name flowed.
When to go
The climate of Locorotondo, located on an altitude of medium hill and several km away from the sea, is in an interlude between the Mediterranean and the continental. Winters are moderately cold, with episodes of arctic air and snow, summers are hot and dry, interspersed with some stormy episodes and fresh mistral breezes. As for the rain, Locorotondo is one of the wettest locations in central-southern Puglia, having in fact an average of 750 mm per year, about 180 more than the capital Bari; thanks to a particular hilly orographic position, and the lack of barriers in the immediate vicinity.
Background
The birth of the municipality of Locorotondo dates back to around the year 1000.
How to orient yourself
Locorotondo: full screen map.
How to get
On the train
- 1 Locorotondo station. Located on the Bari-Martina Franca-Taranto line, it is managed by the South East Railways.
How to get around
What see
- 1 Mother Church of San Giorgio Megalomartire, Piazza Fra Giuseppe Andrea Rodio, ☎ 39 0804311236. From the 18th century, built between 1790 and 1825, consecrated on 13 July 1828. Inside there are stone bas-reliefs dating back to the 14th century. There is the crypt where catechetical meetings are held and minor statues are kept, including the Assumption.
- 2 Rector's Church of the Madonna della Greca, Largo Madonna della Greca. The first documentary reference dates back to 1520, although its more remote origin is evident, at the end of the nineteenth century it was the seat of the Confraternity of San Roco.
- 3 Rector's Church of San Rocco, Largo S. Rocco, 125, ☎ 39 0804311236. Church of 1668, inside the main statue of San Rocco patron is venerated.
Events and parties
- Patronal feast of San Giorgio.
From 21 to 24 April. - Patronal feast of San Rocco. From 14 to 17 August.
- The Ghironda. Traditional festival with popular music and local food and wine stands. Itinerant route between Martina Franca, Locorotondo, Ceglie Messapica, Grottaglie.
From 21 to 24 April.What to do
Shopping
How to have fun
Where to eat
Moderate prices
- 1 The Panega, Corso XX Settembre, 3, ☎ 39 0802372875. Mon-Sun 7: 00-24: 00. An oven with outdoor tables where you can taste the rustic and other Apulian products.
- 2 Cafe of the villa, Vittorio Emanuele square. The most important café in the city.
Where stay
Safety
How to keep in touch
Keep informed
- Locorotondo canvases, active throughout the Valle d'Itria, deals with local information, sport, culture and entertainment.
- Radio Center listenable throughout the Valle d'Itria.
- The monthly Country You will live
- The Gazzettino della Valle d'Itria Sport
Around
Other projects
Wikipedia contains an entry concerning Locorotondo
Commons contains images or other files on Locorotondo
