The park spreads over the territory of Manduria, an ancient flourishing Messapian centre, and is delimited by two baileys. The Plinian Fountain, the monument symbol of Manduria, represented in the city coat of arms, is mentioned by Plinius the Old because of its continuous water supply to the area. The region presents traces of ancient human settlements dating back to the VI century B.C. In the park, it is possible to visit the small Church of St. Peter of Manduria, of composite style. The necropolis is situated outside the walls and is the largest in the whole region. Its 1284 tombs date back to a space of time ranging from the VI century B.C. to the II century B.C.