Vernole: An Important Italian Olive Oil Producer
Vernole, Italy is a commune and town in Lecce. It belongs to a region that makes up nearly half of the olive oil production in the country. Its patron saints are San Gioacchino and Sant’Anna.
Best Time to Visit
With a Mediterranean climate, the best time to visit Vernole is during the months of May through October. The busiest months are usually May through July. Tourists are least likely to visit in December. You can book flights and Vernole IT hotels as early as a month prior to its peak seasons.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Le Cesine Nature Reserve is one of the must-see attractions in the area. It is a natural state reserve well-known for its wetland. In fact, it became one of the Ramsar wetland sites of international importance in 1977. Enjoy a game of golf at the Acaya Golf Club and meet new friends. Tourists should also visit Celestine Palace, which was founded by Gualtieri VI of Brienne, the Earl of Lecce and Duke of Athens, in 1352. The new complex was constructed in the 16th century. A baroque monument, it now serves as a government building. Another interesting site to visit in the area is Castel del Monte, a castle and citadel established by Emperor Frederick II in the early 13th century. In 1996, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for being “a unique masterpiece of medieval, military architecture”. It was uninhabited for a long time, leading the government to restore it in 1928. The Acaya Golf Resort & SPA has full spa services, a restaurant, outdoor pools, a bar/lounge and has a golf course. Campoverde Village-Residence offers the perfect accommodations for huge groups like a group of friends or the whole family and is on a private beach. The Clamarema is another nice option to stay.