Jonothan and I decide to to take a trip to the famous small town Alberobelo. Known for it's truli constructions this has been a tourist attraction for quite some time. Truli is an Apulian stone dwelling with a cone like shaped roof.Mostly used as storehouses or dwellings made without mortar or cement to avoid taxation.Their thick walls provide protection from heat during the hot summers and protection from the cold harsh winters.The rooftop is made of limestone and keystone with the top layer or outer layer is made with limestone slabs to ensure the home is watertight. There's also these white symbols that are painted on the roofs,some with planetary symbols,heart,evil eye,etc.They are available to buy but you have follow the regulations by United Nation Educational Scientific Cultural Organization world heritage law.A beautiful place to see,you can take the train 6 days a week (except Sunday) takes about 40 minutes (8 euros roundtrip)or take the bus which takes two hours (6 euros).Make sure you come to Alberobelo.
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