Description
Among the most iconic destinations in Puglia, Polignano a Mare is an unmissable stop for itineraries designed for groups and organized pilgrimages. This charming town perfectly blends spirituality, art, and landscape, offering visitors an authentic experience through its winding streets, breathtaking sea views, and magnificent churches and abbeys.
Many pilgrims come here to venerate the relics of Saint Vitus (San Vito), preserved in the splendid Abbey of San Vito, which dates back to the 10th century AD. Built right beside the small harbor and overlooking the sea, the abbey is one of the most evocative sacred sites in the region.
Another remarkable landmark is the Mother Church of Santa Maria Assunta, which houses both the Chapel of Saint Vito the Martyr and his sacred relics. Also worth visiting is the Chapel of the Nativity, where you can admire a stunning 16th-century sculptural group depicting the Nativity, created by the local artist Stefano da Putignano, officially recognized as a national monument.