##Polignano a mare##
The amazing position of Polignano a mare makes it one of the must-see stops of any trip to the Murgia dei Trulli. Facing its 30-meter rocky cliff overlooking the sea, Polignano a mare offers one of the most spectacular sceneries in Puglia.
After crossing the ancient bridge of the Via Traiana, the profile of the ancient city is compact with a single entrance. The old medieval gate, still with the signs of the drawbridge, welcomes you in a lively tangle of narrow streets that encourage exploration.
Each year, the Polignano a mare urban reef is also the scene of the Red Bull Cliff Diving international diving competition.
** Polignano a mare ** is also famous for being the birthplace of one of the masters of Italian music: ** Domenico Modugno **, whose commemorative bronze statue invites you to look "nel blu, dipinto di blu" (Volare).
Walking towards the southern side of the ** Polignano a Mare ** seafront **, we reach the ** Museum of Contemporary Art "Pino Pascali" **. Continuing, the view opens up to the islet known as ** "Scoglio dell'Eremita" **, the perfect habitat for numerous species of seabirds.
In the territory of ** Polignano a mare ** it is also possible to spot, coming from Bari, the very first ** trulli **. I am with the singular background of the sea on the horizon, - it is unique in the region. The whole area is part of the ** Costa Ripagnola ** Regional Park.
Continuing north, you reach the small town of ** San Vito **, where the famous ** Benedictine abbey * stands out. The marina dotted with ** gozzi **, the typical fishing boats, will be the perfect frame for your photos.