The experience
Daunia is the Puglia you don’t expect.
The territory of Daunia, so named because in ancient times it was inhabited by the Dauni people, is also called la Montagna (the Mountain). I am referring to the Apennine chain of the Dauni Mountains, a place to favor if you intend to embark on a journey of slow tourism, perhaps on foot, on horseback, or by bicycle. This area encompasses of the province of Foggia, the province of Campobasso, and marginally the provinces of Benevento and Avellino. A landscape characterized by gentle hills alongside flourishing and lush forests of oaks and beeches. A place where you can lose yourself in the romanticism of stone houses, which fill the ancient villages rich in history and architectural beauty. Pastures and prairies are to be considered wonders of the landscape, treasures that complement an extensive type of agriculture, with a strong presence of vineyards and olive groves. Perfect for your journey of roots. Far from the sea and surrounded by greenery, it will win you over with its authenticity, nature, picturesque perched villages and its silences: a fascinating hinterland rich in traditions. It will also be a gastronomic journey through the flavors of the place. Daunia has a long history of sailing to the Americas, and it’s a place you’ll love to discover – or rediscover – and return to.
