Museo del Territorio, Alberobello – Puglia
One of the must-visit historical sites in Puglia is the Museo del Territorio, located in the charming city of Alberobello, famous for its Trulli Houses.
This museum is situated within a collection of trulli, the distinctive cone-roofed structures that characterize this region and are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The museum highlights the history and construction techniques of these trulli houses, featuring exhibitions of traditional building materials and tools. Visitors can discover the architectural brilliance that has allowed these stone structures to withstand the test of time.
Interestingly, trulli houses were originally designed to be easily disassembled. This clever design enabled their inhabitants to avoid taxes levied by local lords. Since the trulli were built without mortar, the rooftops could be swiftly taken apart, causing the structures to resemble simple stacks of stones.
Beyond the museum itself, the town of Alberobello serves as an open-air museum. Guests on the Passport to Puglia tour enjoy a private, exclusive walking tour of this renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. During this eight-day journey through the stunning South of Italy, you will explore historic locations like Alberobello and Lecce, visit local artisan cheesemakers, and bask in the beauty of the coast!
