In Monopoli, as in the rest of Puglia, there are numerous festivals, processions, and traditions throughout the year. These are deeply popular and captivating events, passed down from generation to generation, transporting you back in time and evoking strong emotions. They represent a local heritage, shaped over the centuries by the influence of diverse cultures that have mingled in Puglia: Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Spaniards, French, Saracens, and Turks.