A village in southern Italy is offering up to €30,000 to those willing to move there.

Presicce-Acquarica is facing population decline and abandoned housing. To help lure new homeowners, the city has promised grants to people who buy a home and register as residents.

Details of the scheme are being finalised, but applications will soon be available on the municipality's website. To be eligible to apply, individuals or families must move their official residence to Presicce-Acquarica.

The purchase cost will be subsidized by the grant provided by the area. Financial assistance can also be used to cover the cost of renovation.

Located in the area known as Salento, Presicce-Acquarica has been described as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.