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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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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Location: Carpignano Salentino, Lecce, Apulia, Italy

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1. La Ritunda Lake Viewpoint – Menhir Staurotomea loop from Serrano

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