Via Giuseppe Portararo, 7, Massafra

The cluster lies on the Murgia karst plateau (the Murgia Tarantina) where a system of ravines (local 'gravine') cuts into limestone; rocky gullies and cliff faces with some historic cave dwellings are present in the surrounding countryside. The Ionian Sea (Gulf of Taranto) is about 8 km away to the south, with coastal villages and beaches on the gulf. The landscape around the town is mainly agricultural: olive groves, vineyards and cereal fields are common. Parts of the wider gravine area are subject to regional natural-area protections for the karst ravines. There are no mountains or ski facilities within 15 km. The provincial capital Taranto is the nearest large city and provides hospital services, rail connections and a commercial port.