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Menhir Staurotomea

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Menhir Staurotomea

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  • Location: Carpignano Salentino, Lecce, Apulia, Italy

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    November 19, 2020

    Mountain biking

    The name of the menhir, borrowed from the griko, means Big Cross.
    It was described as impressive in size (4.10 m), on March 4, 1880, by Cosimo De Giorgi.
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    Inserted in the collection komoot.com/it-it/collection/2431081/-pietre-del-salento - Located in the middle of the intersection, it is easily visible and accessible by bike.
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    The name of the Menhir derives from the griko and means "Big Cross". In 1880 Cosimo De Giorgi described it with larger dimensions than its current one. It was demolished several times due to an ancient legend linked to a treasure hidden at the foot of the monolith.
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    Waterfront of San Foca – Torre dell'Orso (Tower of the Bear) loop from Martano

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    Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Elevation 100 m

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    Location: Carpignano Salentino, Lecce, Apulia, Italy

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