Bari, the heart of Italy’s Puglia region, is a city shaped by the sea. Even in winter, when the beaches are quiet and the air carries a crisp breeze, the Adriatic remains a constant presence. Waves crash against the old stone walls of the Lungomare, where fishermen mend their nets and locals take slow, thoughtful walks. The sea reflects the soft winter light, casting a dreamy glow over Bari’s historic port and the white facades of the old town. In the colder months, the coastline feels more intimate, a place for quiet moments and unhurried gazes over the endless blue.