Polignano a Mare, Coastal commune in Puglia, Italy
The town stretches along limestone cliffs above the Adriatic Sea, featuring white buildings perched on rocky outcrops and numerous sea caves below.
Archaeological findings in Santa Barbara reveal settlements dating back to the Neolithic period, with later development as the Greek city of Neapolis.
The Fondazione Museo Pino Pascali exhibits contemporary art collections in a former municipal slaughterhouse along the waterfront.
The railway station connects travelers to major cities including Bari and Brindisi, with regular services throughout the day.
The Grotta Palazzese restaurant occupies a natural limestone cave 74 feet above sea level, allowing dining with views of the Adriatic waters.
Location: Metropolitan City of Bari
Capital city: Polignano a Mare
Elevation above the sea: 24 m
Shares border with: Castellana Grotte, Conversano, Monopoli, Mola di Bari
Address: 70044 Polignano a Mare, Metropolitan City of Bari, Italy 70044 Polignano a Mare
Website: http://comune.polignanoamare.ba.it
GPS coordinates: 40.99611,17.22028
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:14
The Apulia region in southern Italy contains castles, Greek temple ruins and coastal towers between the Adriatic and Ionian seas. The area features medieval fortresses, cathedrals and traditional trulli houses. Archaeological sites display Greek and Roman artifacts, while nature reserves protect wetlands, caves and Mediterranean coastline. Historic towns like Alberobello showcase stone architecture, and museums preserve regional heritage through extensive collections.
Lido Paura
662 m
Cala Fetente
4.9 km
Cala San Giovanni
3.6 km
Ponte dei Lapilli
1.3 km
Porto Contessa
2.7 km
Statue of Domenico Modugno
318 m
Lama Monachile
219 m
Grotta delle rondinelle
913 m
Cala Incina
3.7 km
Arco Marchesale
141 m
Cala Paura
606 m
Grottone
481 m
Lama Monachile
179 m
Grotta piana
217 m
Palazzo San Giuseppe
136 m
Bridges in Polignano a Mare
228 m
Palazzo Miani
117 m
Masseria San Vito
3.2 km
Tower Incina
3.7 km
Terrazza Santo Stefano
173 m
Grotta Palazzese
81 m
Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II
91 m
Bastione Santo Stefano
165 m
Porticciolo di San Vito
3 km
Grotta di Sella
3.1 km
Urban squares in Polignano a Mare
1 m
Cinta muraria
166 m
Lungomare Colombo
683 mReviews
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