The characteristic white houses of the old town are reached by narrow little streets and pretty steps leading up the hill; these are often decorated with archways, vaults and verandas. Ostuni is built on three hills, and is famous throughout Europe for the dazzling effect of its whitewashed houses. It is a matter of pride for everyone that the city should be kept fresh, comfortable and above all, white! 

     The main square in Ostuni is triangular, dominated by the St. Orontius’s spire, 21 metres high. At the top of the hill, there are several churches, as well as the Cathedral, which houses the "Madonna with Child and Saints" by Jacopo Palma.   

     Ostuni coast is about 20 Km long and it is composed by several white beaches surrounded by a rich mediterranean vegetation. The visitors can choose between a sandy or a rocky beach, enjoying one of the most multi-coloured sea floor of the area. In Ostuni there are a lot of traditional and religious events, such as San Biagio Feast, Barco’s Feast, Madonna della Nova’s one and Madonna della Stella’s one. But the richest period of the year is the Ostuni august during which most of its artistic, cultural, sport and fair events take place .