Polignano a Mare Puglia
Polignano a Mare, small Puglian town of ancient origin where history and nature combine
Polignano a Mare is a small coastal town which, from the cliffs on which it was constructed many centuries ago, gazes out over the clear blue seas of Puglia.
The oldest part of the town is situated within the original perimeter walls. Through the archway of the Porta Vecchia gateway, visitors enter the historic center where the Chiesa Matrice, until 1818 the cathedral of Polignano, can be found. The church houses numerous important artworks including a highly acclaimed sculpture of the nativity by Stefano di Putignano. Also worthy of visit are the Bastione di Santo Stefano and Le Logge, this latter an enchanting cluster of white houses and symbol of Polignano a Mare.
The rocky coastline of Polignano is dotted with numerous natural caves, many of which dating back to prehistoric times when they were inhabited by the indigenous people. The Grotta Palazzese is the largest of the caves and a popular tourist attraction, as is the Benedictine Abbey of San Vito, situated just outside the town.
Suggested hotels Polignano a Mare and surroundings
Puglia 5 stars luxury
Masseria San Domenico Savelletri di Fasano
The Masseria San Domenico is a world class 5 star luxury resort set in a 60 hectare country estate just 500 meters from the sea edge on the coast between Bari and Brindisi, and 2kms from the...
Puglia 5 stars
Borgobianco Resort & Spa Polignano a Mare
In the countryside just outside the picturesque seafront town of Polignano a Mare, lies Puglia's charming Borgobianco Resort. Set amidst century old olive trees, typical of this part of southern...
Puglia 4 stars
Nicolaus Bari
Little more than a kilometer from the city center, the Sheraton Nicolaus Hotel is one of Bari's finest hotels. A superb modern hotel and conference center, the building soars skywards so as to...
Tenuta Monacelle Monopoli
Immersed in the stunning scenery of the Itria valley, in Selva di Fasano, Hotel Tenuta Monacelle is a unique country retreat surrounded by the olive, cherry and oak trees typical of the Southern...
Puglia Guest Houses
Masseria Cimino Savelletri di Fasano
The Masseria Cimino, an 18th century farmhouse, has been transformed in the luxurious Guest House of the San Domenico Golf Club. The guest house is situated in what was once a large and busy...
Puglia Countryside Residences
Masseria Torre Abate Risi Fasano
In the countryside of Fasano, surrounded by the secular olive trees typical of this area of Puglia, lies the Masseria Torre Abate Risi; an ancient farmstead the origins of which date back to the...