Around the accomodation
B & B "Borgo Antico"
MONOPOLI (from the ancient Greek name "Mono Polis" for "The One City") is located between Bari and Brindisi on the shores of Apuglia in southeastern Italy (on the heel of "the boot"). Just 45 minutes by train or car from the international airports in Bari or Brindisi. Also, only a short ferry ride, via Brindisi, from Greek, and Croatia. The city and its surrounding environs contain numerous ruins dating from Neolithic, Paleolithic, Greek and Roman times, many of which may be explored. These include cave-dwellings, and the unique conical stone buildings called "Trullis" that stand as enduring reminders of ancient civilizations that thrived here centuries before the Greek and Roman occupations. The surrounding countryside includes some of the oldest olive groves on the Mediterranean, with thousand year old trees still bearing fruit. For those seeking joyful experiences beyond the local culture, this apartment is located within a mere 20 minutes, by car or taxi, from the stunning 18 hole San Domenico golf club overlooking the sea, as well as 10 minutes from the resort of Santo Stefano, with its private beach and hidden grottos, and from the sea and beaches of Capitolo. Monopoli is only 15 minutes by car or taxi from Egnatia (archeological city), Polignano, Castellana, Conversano. 30 minutes by car or taxi from Bari, Alberobello, Martina Franca, Cisternino, Ostuni, Locorotondo. 60 minutes by car or taxi from Lecce, Salento and Grottaglie (city of ceramics). The ancient town of Monopoli occupies one of the few stretches of Mediterannean coast not yet hyper-developed. There are no towering hotels here, nor chain restaurants, nor many other reminders of a more hectic, modern life. Despite its easy access via plane, train and ferry, you will feel well off the beaten track. Here, entire families stroll together at dusk, young lovers scoot about on Vespas, and numerous cafes cater to those thirsty for a hot espresso or a cold
aperitivo. From your own living room, bedroom, terrace and/or even bathroom, watch small fishing boats plying their trade nearby as they have for centuries. Here, modern life and woes are replaced with the stunning beauty, the quiet contentment, and the soul-satisfying life of an ancient, peaceful town that welcomes the visitor with open arms.