7 days in Puglia, Italy - 09/16/2023-9/22/2023
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Day 1-Bari |
Day 2-Monopoli and Polignano a Mare |
Day 3- Matera |
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4-Alberobello/Ostuni Basilica of St. Comas & Damian lunch at Alimentari Trullo Sovrano Old Town Old town cont. Ostuni Ostuni cont. Dinner at Ceralacca |
Day 5-
Bari Norman Swabian Castle City Walk Lunch at Bottega del Tortellino Pane e Pomodoro beach Cocktail & Dinner |
Day 6-Trani | Day 7-Bari Last day in Bari |
Day 6- Trani - 9/21/2023
The port and Cathedral of Trani
Trani is a seaport located in the northwest of Bari and lies along the Adriatic Sea. Trani is a lovely place to walk around and known for its picturesque seaport and historic Cathedral. Trani is famous for being a “slow city.” It’s a member of the organization Cittaslow International. This organization was founded in Italy to promote a slower way of life, protecting quality of life through healthier living, sustainability, and culture.
Panoramic view of Trani port
Starting our walk from the port.
Trani has a thriving marina so there are lots and lots of boats.
The port is flanked by numerous bars, cafes, and seafood restaurants.
The pointy roof is the bell tower of the cathedral of Trani.
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So nice and so relaxing.
On the promontory there are fishermen selling their catch of the day.
Octopuses, fish, razor clams, etc...
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I am checking out the seafood...
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This fisherman is so nice, he picked up the octopus and told us to take a picture.
We are now entering to the old town. All the historic buildings are built in Trani's stone which is a light limestone rock extracted around the city and its cream color is so beautiful.
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Church del Siglo XVI de san Roque
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An arched entrance way.
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We walked by a small alley leading to the Cathedral of Trani located on the seafront.
The Cathedral of Trani (Cathedral of San Nicola Pellegrino) was built in the 12th century as is a prime example of Apulian Romanesque architecture.
The bell tower was built between the 13th and 14th centuries and is 194 ft. tall.
The cathedral really stands out next to the water's edge making it the city's landmark from land and sea.
Appellate court and in the background is the Castle of Trani.
Castle of Trani has a rectangular shape with four towers at each corner.
The castle is located on the waterfront and was originally design to protect the city form attack.
The Castle of Trani is a medieval fortress that was built in the 13th century by the Holy Emperor Frederick II.
We are headed back to the Castle of Trani
What a gorgeous location!
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The Cathedral was closed when we arrived but it is going to be open again in a few minutes so we are heading back there.
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Imposing bell tower and the vaulted entrance.
NEXT... Day 6- Inside the Cathedral of Trani