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Apulia is a gorgeous territory in southeastern Italy with Ionian Sea on its southwest, the Gulf of Taranto on its south and the Adriatic Sea on its east. The region is low coast punctuated by Gargano Peninsula and mountains in the north. Make a tour plan to this territory in Italy rich in natural and architectural wonders.
Apulia region has six provinces, Taranto, Lecce, Foggia, Brindisi, Barletta-Andria-Trani and Bari.
Piazza Mercantile is a beautiful and lively spot in Bari. This petite square is surrounded by several bars and pubs. This is the ideal place to fel the verve of the southern Italian life.
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Basilicata di San Nicola is a holy spot in Bari. This was built during 12th century and is the inspiration for the world famous Santa Claus. Basilicata di San Nicola has the stones from Myra which is said to have great healing powers.
Castello Svevo, originally a Roman fortress was remodeled by the Normans. Frederick Ii used the Norman style for two towers. Later, bastions were added to the castle in 16th century.
Come to Via Appia or the Appian Way in Brindsi. Via Appia symbolizes the power of the republic. The road had a primary layer of cemented rocks and over that there were large rocks. There were pedestrian dirt paths and drainage ditches on both sides of the road. Around 250 BC the road was wide and reached Brindsi.
Chiesa di Santa Maria Casale in Brindsi is a unique structure built in Romanesque style of 14th century, Byzantine and Baroque style. The interior is outstanding with graceful arches, columns and glamorous mosaic.
Visit the port of Brindsi. The history of commerce in the port is of 2,800 years. Many travelers embark on their maiden voyages on the Adriatic Sea from here. There are several restaurants, travel agencies and cafes here.
In Taranto visit the Museo Nazionale Taranto, an archaeological museum, a storehouse of precious artifacts. The artifacts belong to the Greek and Roman era and there are items from the Middle Ages too. There is a collection of exquisite gold jewelry on display.
Some of the other attractions in Apulia are the Trulli of Alberobello, Grotte di Castellana, Tremiti Islands and other tourist spots.
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