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Between Baroque and Mannerism

The cathedral has a Romanesque façade and a Neo-Gothic rear section and was completed around 1300. Its interior houses numerous works of art, while its underground crypt preserves the remains of an early Christian basilica. The church is also famous for having hosted the Italian knights who took part in the Challenge of Barletta, one of the legendary episodes later incorporated into the myths of the Italian Risorgimento.

At the foot of the hill, Hannibal defeated the Romans. There are ancient remains dating back to the Middle Ages, when it was annexed to Barletta by order of Charles of Anjou.

Barletta is a beautiful city in southern Italy, in the Puglia region. It is famous for its history, beautiful beaches, and important monuments, such as the Castle and the Colossus of Barletta. It is a friendly and welcoming city, where people can enjoy good food, the sea, and a relaxed atmosphere.

The seafront walls remain intact, along with a bastion. The city is also home to around 20 medieval churches and several historic palaces, while the sites connected to the Crusades are particularly noteworthy.

One of the finest examples of Baroque and Mannerism in Southern Italy

The pyramid was originally intended to serve as the entrance to the cemetery, but the original plan was repeatedly overturned. In 1860, it was inaugurated as a cemetery chapel. Barletta, Italy.

Barletta, Italy