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    Puglia, Italy

    What It's Really Like in Puglia

    Year-round living and practical realities in Puglia.

    Updated February 2026

    Puglia · What It's Really Like

    What is it really like to live in Puglia year-round?

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    What is it really like to live in Puglia year-round?

    Short answer

    Puglia is less touristy than Tuscany and maintains genuine southern Italian character. Lecce has excellent services and a university. Summer heat is extreme. The international community is growing but smaller than Tuscany.

    In detail

    Puglia is less touristy than Tuscany and maintains genuine southern Italian character. Lecce has excellent services and a university. Summer heat is extreme. The international community is growing but smaller than Tuscany.

    Detailed regional guidance for Puglia is coming soon.

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