Noci
Hi friends! Today I'm going to talk to you about the beautiful city of Noci, located in the stunning region of Puglia, Italy.
Physical Geography
Territory
Noci is located in a central position between the cities of Bari and Taranto on the hill of the Murgia Barese, at an altitude of 420 meters above sea level. Here in the Land of Trulli, you can admire the natural beauty of the forest heritage. Once the fragno, the only environmental resource of the territory, was cut down by the inhabitants dating back to the eighteenth century. Today, the fragno forests occupy 20% of the entire municipal area.
The municipal territory borders various municipalities including Putignano, Castellana Grotte, Gioia del Colle, Mottola, and Alberobello. In 1997, Italian regional law named the Barsento area as a "protected natural area of natural interest". This area includes Noci, as well as other surrounding municipalities.
Climate
Noci enjoys a Mediterranean climate thanks to its short distance from the two coasts, the Adriatic Sea and the Ionian Sea. The southeast Murgia Barese is defined as a "warm temperate" zone, although the average temperature of the coldest month is 6.5°C. During the summer, on the other hand, the climate is often hot and dry, but annual rainfall is about 720 millimeters.
History
The Norman origins
According to local historian Pietro Gioja (1801-1865), the city of Noci dates back to the second half of the 6th century. Captain Conone, on behalf of Emperor Justinian II, built a citadel of military character called "Castellum Nucum".
Noci has a very interesting history. Over the years it has been influenced by many different cultures, including the Normans and the Arabs. In 1740, the name of the municipality was changed from "Le Noci" to "Noci". This happened during the Bourbon period.
Cuisine
The city of Noci is known for its traditional Apulian cuisine. Here you can savor delicious dishes such as orecchiette with turnip greens, cavatelli with mushrooms, and involtini alla pugliese. Among the most famous local products, there are the Primitivo di Gioia del Colle wine and the valuable olive oil.
Places to visit
Noci is a municipality rich in history and culture. You should definitely visit the Trullo Sovrano, an eighteenth-century monumental trullo. There is also the Church of San Giovanni Battista, which dates back to the eighteenth century.
In addition to these attractions, you must absolutely stroll through the historic center of the city where you will find typical dry stone constructions called "trulli," and many other architectural beauties to discover.
Conclusions
In conclusion, if you are planning a vacation in Puglia, do not miss the opportunity to visit the beautiful city of Noci. Here you can admire the natural and architectural beauty of the territory, savor traditional Apulian cuisine, and immerse yourself in the city's rich and historical culture.
