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Characterized by a network of narrow alleys and winding streets, the historic center of Monopoli strikes the structure of typical white houses and the architecture of churches.
Among them, in an evocative Baroque setting, stands the imposing Cathedral dedicated to the “Madonna della Madia”, protector of Monopoli, whose icon miraculously landed in the port, in 1117.
Along the ancient wall that leads to the port, one of the most evocative glimpses of the city, you come across the majestic Carlo V Castle built by the homonymous Spanish sovereign.
The castle houses in the basement the rock-hewn church of San Nicola de Pinna, founded in the X century by the monopolitan Sasson and on the quay floor the impressive “Sala delle Armi”, with large iron anchors and cannons placed in their original position.
With the long coastline of beaches of fine sand, the Chapter is one of the most famous seaside resorts in Puglia. As an ideal destination for families with children, the Chapter hosts several private beaches, alternating with stretches of free beach.
Cala Porta Vecchia
By a few minutes walk (400 meters) you can reach Cala Porta Vecchia, a small sandy beach with shallow water, perfect for families with children.
To make this view even more impressive, there are the imposing walls that once protected the city and the white houses of the adjacent ancient village.
Cala Porto bianco
Crystal clear water and golden sand await you in Cala Porto Bianco, another splendid beach of Monopoli, reachable by walking 700 meters from our structure.
Going down ramps and steps you will find yourself in a true paradise of quietness and well-being! Furthermore, from Porto Bianco it is possible to go on a boat trip to discover the other nearby coves.
Cala Porto Rosso
Among the most famous beaches of Monopoli, Porto Rosso is characterized by fine sand and turquoise water.
Frequented by families with very young children due to its shallow water, Porto Rosso is 850 meters from Apulian Soul and is one of the largest and most characteristic beaches of the city.
Birthplace of Domenico Modugno, Polignano will conquer you with its cliffs overlooking the sea and its charming old town.
Access is via the Marchesale Arch which leads, after a short stretch, to Piazza Vittorio Emanuele II. Here it is possible to admire the clock building, seat of the town hall until 1837 and the Mother Church of “Santa Maria Assunta in Cielo”.
The most evocative and well-known glimpse of Polignano a Mare is surely Lama Monachile: the small cove surrounded by two sheer cliffs.
From here plunge the champions of Red Bull Cliff Diving, the international diving competition from great heights held in Polignano.
3 km from the city is San Vito Abbey, located in the homonymous village, on the sea. To the monastic complex is attached a small church of well-preserved Romanesque style, which has three naves, separated by regular pillars.
Here you can visit a complex of underground caves of karstic origin, among the most beautiful and spectacular in Italy. The corridors, the tunnels and the caves go down for about 3 kilometers at a depth of about 70 meters, falling to a maximum of 122 meters from the surface.
In a surprising setting, you will find yourself thrown in a wonderful and unique world: among caves, canyons and deep abysses, you will discover fossils, stalactites, stalagmites, concretions of incredible shapes and unexpected colors.
Of all the two most fascinating caves: the Grotta Bianca, elegant and majestic, leaves you breathless for the richness and whiteness of the alabaster and the Grave, from which the tourist route starts.
It is a large cave, which is distinguished by an opening at the top, which had the task of connecting the underground world with the external one. The sinkhole, created in a natural way, lets light filter through the cave, creating extraordinary light effects.
It is the capital of the “trulli”, real fairy-tale residences.
These typical limestone dwellings, extraordinary examples of dry stone slab construction, date back to the mid-14th century.
Crossing the small alleys of Aia Piccola’s district, continuing along the Monti district, with small craft shops and souvenir shops. At the top of the Monti district there is the Church of Sant’Antonio, in the shape of a trullo.
While visiting Alberobello, always in the Monti district you can observe the Siamese trullo, a communicating building joined by two cones on the top.
The majestic Trullo Sovrano, a two-storey building with twelve cones built in the '600 first as a religious building and then converted to a stately home, arouses the admiration of visitors.
Behind the Sovereign trullo there is the Sanctuary of Santi Medici: dedicated to the Saints Medici Cosma e Damiano, houses their reliquary and the painting of the “Madonna di Loreto”-
The apartment is in the city center: by 3 minutes on foot you reach the central square of the city, known by all as the Borgo. The city beaches are just 500 meters away, as is the splendid historic center of Monopoli.
Monopoli IS:
- 50 km south of Bari along the SS16 (Bari-Palese airport)
- on the Bari-Lecce section of FS
- 70 km north of Brindisi along the E55 (Papola-Casale airport)