Spiaggia di Rivabella, Sand beach in Gallipoli, Italy.
Spiaggia di Rivabella is a sand beach stretching about 1.5 kilometers along the Ionian coast, bordered by fine white sand and dense pine forests. The coastline is framed by Mediterranean plants and includes different environmental zones with varying features.
Excavations along this coastline uncovered Neolithic burial remains and ruins of Roman villas, showing long-term human presence. The area was used by different cultures across centuries before becoming a modern beach destination.
The beach evolved from a small fishing settlement called Ponticello in the 1970s into a developed coastal destination. Today, visitors and locals use the shoreline and surrounding pine groves for leisure and walks.
Multiple beach establishments offer rental services for sun loungers, umbrellas, pedalos, and canoes, operating from morning until evening. The shoreline provides land access and is equipped with easily navigable pathways to different sections.
The northern section transitions into pine woodlands, where natural shade and green areas contrast with the open waterline. This transition creates a mix of beach and forest settings within a single visit.
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