Location
- Beach
- Rural
- Resort
- Coastal
- Mountain
- Luxury
- Romantic
- Family
- Historic
- Events / Festivals
Monopoli is a charming town on the sea, famous, apart for its beaches and clean waters, for its baroque churches.
The town grew considerably in the Baroque period, with the twelfth-century cathedral given a new facade, while many noble houses were built, among them the lovely Palmieri mansion. The historic-artistic heritage is notable, starting with the lovely historic centre - its old houses facing onto quays, giving a clear impression of medieval landing stages - and the cathedral, one of the most interesting examples of Apulian Baroque.
A hard-working agricultural and fishing town, Monopoli has developed a strong touristic vocation in recent years: in fact, the jagged coastline has many enchanting bays.
Travel
Transport Requirements: Car