Situated in the center of the Mediterranean area and looking eastward, Bari is the capital of the Puglia region. Its geographic position, flat terrain, and mild climate have attracted people since ancient times as can be seen from the monuments and archeological remains left behind by different civilizations. Today, the hospitable people, traditional historic pageants and religious festivals, a cuisine based on their local products, and traditional methods of making wine happily combine with the many diverse modern kinds of accomodations available.