Otranto

Also known as Hydrus, Hydruntum

Otranto (, , ; ; ; ; ) is a coastal town, port and comune in the province of Lecce (Apulia, Italy), in a fertile region once famous for its breed of horses. It is one of I Borghi più belli d'Italia ("The most beautiful villages of Italy").

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Otranto is a coastal town and port in southeastern Italy, located in the province of Lecce in a region historically known for breeding horses. It is recognized as one of Italy's most beautiful villages, making it notable for both its historical significance and scenic appeal.

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Key facts

Italian comune.name: Otranto
Italian comune.official_name: Comune di Otranto
Italian comune.native_name: Oṭṛàntu (Salentino)
Italian comune.image_skyline: Otranto - Seafront - 01.jpg
Italian comune.image_caption: Otranto seen from the castle
Italian comune.image_shield: Otranto-Stemma.png
Italian comune.shield_alt: Coat of arms of Otranto
Italian comune.shield_size: 80px
Italian comune.pushpin_label_position: left
Italian comune.region: Apulia
Italian comune.province: Lecce (LE)
Italian comune.frazioni: Porto Badisco, Conca Spellucchia
Italian comune.mayor: Francesco Bruni
Italian comune.area_total_km2: 77.2
Italian comune.population_total: 5583
Italian comune.population_as_of: 31 October 2025
Italian comune.population_demonym: Idruntini or Otrantini
Italian comune.elevation_m: 15

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Encyclopedic overview

15 sections

Contents

History
Ottoman invasion
Napoleonic Wars
World War I
World War II
Geography
Climate
Main sights
Culture
International relations
Twin towns – Sister cities
See also
Sources
References
External links

It is located on the east coast of the Salento peninsula. The Strait of Otranto, to which the city gives its name, connects the Adriatic Sea with the Ionian Sea and separates Italy from Albania. The harbour is small and has little trade.

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