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Q: What architectural styles are represented in the religious buildings of Bari?

The Basilica of St. Nicholas exhibits pure Romanesque architecture with characteristic arches and carved portals. San Sabino Cathedral combines Romanesque features with Byzantine style elements in mosaics. The Church of San Gregorio of the XVII century is a sample of southern Baroque with a lush facade by architect Cosimo Fantsogo. In the suburbs of Bari, rare examples of early Christian catacombs of the III-IV centuries have been preserved.

Q: Where to go to Bari with children for an interesting family holiday?

Children will be impressed by the Teatro del Mare marine aquarium with inhabitants of the Adriatic and Mediterranean species. The Provincial Pinacotheque features works by Titian and Bellini, and interactive screens make art accessible. On the waterfront of Nazario Sauro there are giant chess and playgrounds overlooking the ancient fishing boats 'trabucchi'.

Q: Where to take the most atmospheric photos in Old Bari?

Picturesque shots will be obtained on the narrow streets of the Murat district with whitewashed houses and hung underwear. The view of the port from the fortress walls of Castello Svevo opens panoramas of medieval towers and modern mall. In the Basilica of St. Nicholas photogenic golden altar of the XII century and mosaic floor with zodiacal symbols.

Q: What little-known sights of Bari should be seen by connoisseurs?

In the church of San Giorgio dei Greci, unique Byzantine icons of the XIV century and frescoes of the Paleological period are preserved. In the Palazzo Simonetti you can find the only neoclassical interiors in the region by Gaetano Giordani. Archaeology lovers are interested in the ruins of a Roman villa under Mercantile Square with mosaics of the II century AD.

Q: What historical figures are associated with the sights of Bari?

The Basilica of St. Nicholas houses the sarcophagus of Duchess Bona Sforza, Queen of Poland. The fortress of Svevo hosted Emperor Frederick II Stauffen, and later Isabella of Aragon. Enrico Caruso performed at the Margherita Theatre, and Russian Tsar Nicholas II prayed at the cathedral during a pilgrimage in 1911.

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Waterfront Bari New Town

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Bari, city tour.

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Tour d Poliniano a Maré and Alberobello

Meeting at your hotel Transfer to the city of Poliniano a Maré, sightseeing tour of the city 1 hour Tour of the old town and vi …

230 € group

The karst caves of Castellan Grotte!

The most beautiful karst cave in the world is recognized as Bianca Grotto! It completes a "long" route in the underground cave kin …

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Christian Bari

The most important part of our tour of the city of Bari will be a visit to the Basilica of St. Nicholas. As a professional histori …

120 € group

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Denisov

Bari

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Guide to Bari. High-level exhibitions - thematic and review - pedestrian and private car executive class compiled accor …

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Bari

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Pilgrimage to Bari. In Bari or as it was called in ancient times in Russia - Barbrad, pilgrims from Russia sought to fal …

Gaevsky Timothy

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I conduct excursions and author's tours around the cities of the region of Puglia, in the south of Italy.

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Tour of Puglia 7 days

Tour programme Day 1 meeting of tour participants at the airport transfer to Bari - sightseeing tour of the city 2 hours …

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