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Lama Monachile
A small inlet between cliffs next to the historic center of Polignano, with a pebble beach and a stone bridge over the old Via Traiana. It's the town's most famous view.
Apúlia · Italy
Polignano a Mare
In the destination Apúlia and Matera.
In the photo: Lama Monachile, Polignano a Mare
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The city
What to expect from Polignano a Mare.
Polignano a Mare is about 35 km south of Bari, with the historic center built on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic. The inlet of Lama Monachile, with its small pebble beach and the bridge of the old Via Traiana, is the best-known view. The town is the birthplace of singer Domenico Modugno, honored with a statue over the sea, and it has the contemporary art museum dedicated to Pino Pascali.
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The local experience
What to see in Polignano a Mare
Historic neighborhood
Centro storico di Polignano a Mare
Polignano's old town sits on a rocky spur plunging into the Adriatic. White alleys, terraces over the sea and the main church on the central square.
Monument
Statua di Domenico Modugno
Bronze statue of singer Domenico Modugno, born in Polignano, with arms outstretched facing the sea. It honors the author of Nel blu dipinto di blu, the song known as Volare.
Museum
Fondazione Museo Pino Pascali
Contemporary art museum housed in the city's former slaughterhouse on the sea, dedicated to the artist Pino Pascali, a figure of arte povera. It has a permanent collection and temporary exhibitions.