Temples and cathedrals in Bari

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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San Sabino Cathedral

The Cathedral of San Sabino is the main Roman Catholic temple of the city of Bari, which is dedicated to the bishop of Canoza - St …

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