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  After our lovely stay in Bari and a few day trips to the surrounding towns, we headed to Polignano a Mare . The train journey takes about 35 minutes. Polignano a Mare attracts countless visitors with its dramatic 20-meter-high limestone cliff above the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic. This charming Puglian town dates to the 4 th century. Polignano a Mare does not only offer historical richness, but also breathtaking coastlines, sea caves, gorgeous beaches / bays for swimming, fabulous cuisine and great hospitality. After settling our luggage, we went to the Belvedere Terrazza Santo Stefano to have magnificent views of the theatrical limestone cliffs holding hundreds of white buildings on the right side.  The light is the best at the evening time. Shadow as a result of sunlight directly on top is gone. A few yachts dotted the opposite side Pietra Piatta , a large section of flat rock. Go there and you can admire the incredible views of the old town sitting perched at...

Monopoli is a beautiful seaside town set on the Adriatic coast of Puglia. It has a long stretch of beaches and is rich in history. Whether one seeks for the sun and sea, cultural exploration or culinary delights, Monopoli will satisfy the crave and needs.   We chose between Polignano a Mare and Monopoli as our base for the coastal holiday. As the stay coincided with my trip partner’s birthday, we picked Polignano a Mare with an outstanding restaurant ( Mint Cucina Fresca ) for the birthday celebration and more vibrant night scenes.  We first deposited our luggage at the BnB ( Cà di Rò ) in Polignano a Mare, had a quick impression of the town and then took the train to Monopoli around noon. At time, trains were not frequent but the trip took only 5 minutes. From the train station, it’s a bit walk to the historical centre. A guy playing musical instrument welcomed every guest to the town.  Porto Antico is set in the middle of old town and entered through a small arch...