Lama Monachile, Stone bridge in Polignano a Mare, Italy
Lama Monachile is a stone bridge spanning a natural limestone ravine that connects two sections of Polignano a Mare. It overlooks a pebbly beach below with turquoise water filling the cove.
The bridge was built during the Bourbon period as part of the ancient Via Traiana trade route. This construction helped develop the transportation network throughout the region.
The bridge has become a gathering place where locals and visitors pause to take in the view and experience the connection between town and sea. People often stop here to reflect on the landscape that defines the town's character.
The bridge is accessible throughout the year and offers excellent opportunities for photography and enjoying the views. Access areas may be restricted during certain special events that take place in the cove below.
The location hosts a world-renowned cliff diving competition where athletes jump from heights of up to 27 meters into the water below. Thousands of spectators gather on the bridge each year to witness this dramatic sporting event.
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