Puglia is nearly surrounded by the sea, both the Adriatic and
the Ionian seas.
Fishing boats like these in the port of Gallipoli are present in
every seacoast town, a timeless portrait that ties the Puglian land to the sea.
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The close tie of the region to the sea has made fish a principal
ingredient in the diet and life of its people. The baked octopus shown here
is one of the many exquisite dishes that the local cuisine provides.