Former oil mill with swimming pool a few minutes from Leuca

Castrignano del Capo: Location and surroundings of this property

Castrignano del Capo is a small town, the last municipality in Puglia and the province of Lecce, bordering the Ionian Sea. Within this small territory there is a prevalent tourist economy, widespread micro-agricultural activity and a large number of relevant and unique places of interest. Starting with the historic center with rural buildings, such as Borgo Terra and ancient ones like Muzi Palace, in an authentic setting. Despite the small size of the municipality, 500 m away is the hamlet of Salignano, which was, in the Middle Ages, more important than the major center and has unique architectural elements, such as the tower in the center. The hamlet of Giuliano, which has less than 600 inhabitants and many places of interest such as the feudal castle, the mother church, the Christ crypt, the Mensi menhir and an atmosphere that harkens back to ancient times. Finally, Santa Maria di Leuca, the last Apulian promontory "De Finibus Terrae," the extreme edge of the Salento peninsula and a major tourist center. This lacality was one of the first summer vacation destinations of the twentieth century, when this activity was reserved for the wealthier classes. This is why there is a concentration of noble villas in Leuca, with architecture reminiscent of the Orient, the Mediterranean, and local raw materials. Due to its dominant position and high cliff, it enjoys breathtaking views, especially from outside the sanctuary located near the lighthouse and near the monumental waterfall. In summer there is a daily influx of visitors for boat tours to the caves surrounding it on the east and west sides. Perceived temperatures in winter rarely fall below 20°C, while in summer they are almost always above 34°C with peaks up to 40.