Travelling along the coastal road that connects Santa Maria al Bagno to Gallipoli it is difficult not to come across the Quattro Colonne, once part of a,unique fortress present in sheet 22 of the geographic atlas of the Kingdom of Naples 1788-1812 with the name Torre del Fiume and with the purpose of protecting against Saracen invasions. Then, it is not known why although the most accepted hypothesis is that of a telluric event, there was the collapse of the central part of the Tower sparing the four fortified bastions hence the name the Four Columns. Today this important historical monument is the ideal location for ceremonies of various kinds as it is the site of a restaurant. This stretch of coastline is characterized by low cliffs and the crystal blue sea maintains an atypical freshness certainly due to the various freshwater currents present. Ideal for those who love snorkeling but also for a healthy swim, the seabed represents the main attraction of Quattro Colonne so if you pass by these parts a dip is not to be denied...have a good summer!
Last Updated: 10/10/2022, Francesco Nestola
