The statue of Domenico Modugno is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Polignano a Mare and a powerful tribute to the legendary Italian singer-songwriter born in the town. Alongside the monument, the Lungomare Domenico Modugno, the scenic seafront promenade named in his honor, preserves the memory of an artist whose music left a lasting mark on Italian and international culture. The seafront is located in the northwestern part of the town and stretches along the cliff edge, offering panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea. In its immediate vicinity stands the statue dedicated to Modugno, forming a symbolic link between the artist, the sea, and the place that shaped his early life. Domenico Modugno Domenico Modugno was born in Polignano a Mare on January 9, 1928. His childhood was deeply influenced by music and popular tradition. His father introduced him at an early age to the guitar and the accordion, instruments that would become central to his artistic expression and creative development. As a teenager, Modugno showed an early aptitude for songwriting. At just 15 years old, he composed his first song, already demonstrating an instinctive ability to combine melody, emotion, and storytelling. This early creativity marked the beginning Read more [...]
All Monuments in Apulia
Spire of Sant’Oronzo
The Spire of Sant’Oronzo is a column dedicated to Saint Orontius of Lecce, placed in the heart of Ostuni, between the main square of the city, Piazza della Libertà, and the small but beautiful square Piazza Sant’Oronzo. Saint Orontius, a Christian martyr, is venerated by the Roman Catholic Church, being considered the first Bishop of Lecce. Each year, a three-day festival is held in Ostuni between August 25 and 27, in his honor. SHORT HISTORY The Spire of Sant’Oronzo was built in 1771 by the architect Giuseppe Greco. The column is an ex-voto strongly desired by the faithful to thank the Saint, who protected the city from the plague and the famine in the 18th century. ARCHITECTURE The spire is about 20 meters in height and was built in Baroque style. The testimony of perennial devotion to the protector of the city is quoted in Latin on epigraphic plates, supported by angels and placed on the first order of the column, on each of the four faces. The next order is crowned by a beautiful balustrade, with four statues on its corners: San Biagio, Sant’Antonio da Padova, Sant’Irene and San Gregorio Armeno, all minor patrons of the city. Read more [...]
