Ruffano
A charming picturesque village in southern Italy, full of medieval alleyways and beautiful historical buildings, nestled in the heart of Salento in the Italian countryside.
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Jérémy Colombo
Ruffano is also bordered by other beautiful villages to visit in Salento, such as Presicce-Acquarica, Casarano, Supersano, Montesano Salentino, Miggiano, the marvelous village of Specchia, Taurisano, and Ugento.
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Jérémy Colombo
Small but splendid, Ruffano is one of the authentic villages in the south of Puglia. Thanks to the beauty of its well-maintained and enhanced historical center, Ruffano attracts more and more tourists and locals intrigued by its extraordinary authenticity.
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Jérémy Colombo
Many travelers choose to stay there during their holidays in Salento, not only because the accommodations inland are cheaper than those by the sea, but also because the village ensures a quieter vacation just a few kilometers from the sea.
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Bosco Occhiazzi
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The Bosco Occhiazzi Natural Park in Ruffano covers about two hectares in the countryside of Ruffano. Characterized by its Mediterranean scrub and typical flora and fauna of the region within an ecosystem that has survived extensive cultivation, it is possible to visit the park and immerse yourself in nature through specially designed routes, following natural trails that traverse the entire forest shaped by the passage of humans and animals.