"Polignano to Sea", as it translates, is located on the western coast of Apulia in the "heel" of Italy and was called Neapolis during ancient Greek times.
The numerous coves in Polignano al Mare were formed from the rough sea waves that molded the rock. Some of the caves are deep enough to reach the center of the town. Records from the Paleolithic Age humans have been found in several of these caves
Tips
The summers in
Polignano are
hot and dry, and
the vacation
spots fill up
quickly. The
beaches are
rocky but
beautiful, and
there are some
sandy beaches
available.
Winding small roads are excellent for bicycling, and masses of people come to do just that. Unfortunately, many of the roads are not on the maps, and it is easy to lose your way. The locals, however, are known for kindly pointing lost tourists in the right direction.
If you plan on spending a significant amount of time on dry land, it is best to go in spring or fall when the weather is more accommodating. The crowds will be, too.
