Bari (/ ˈ b ɑːr i / BAR-ee; Italian: ⓘ; Barese: Bare; Latin: Barium) is the capital city of the Metropolitan City of Bari and of the Apulia region, on the Adriatic Sea, southern Italy. It is the first most important economic centre of mainland Southern Italy .

Feb 20, 2021 · Bari has a long tradition of trade and for this reason it was known as the "gateway to the East". Symbol of this is the San Nicola Basilica: a place of worship recognized by both Catholics and Orthodox Christians.

Exploring the historic centre allows us to discover its most authentic character, with signs of its past scattered through the local alleyways and endless examples of age-old traditions passed from generation to generation.

Dec 6, 2024 · Completed in the 12th century, the Basilica di San Nicola is a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture. It stands as a symbol of Bari’s deep spiritual heritage and serves as a prominent pilgrimage site for Christians of all denominations.

Among the most representative symbols of Bari stands the majestic Basilica of San Nicola, a masterpiece of Romanesque architecture that houses the relics of the city's patron saint.

The sacred symbol of Bari. It stands imposingly in the Old City of Bari, with its massive and sober appearance typical of Norman architecture.

Sep 19, 2019 · Built and consecrated in 1197, the Basilica of San Nicola is one of the main symbols of the city of Bari and is among the monuments of the Apulian Romanesque style.

Oct 20, 2019 · Palazzo Mincuzzi is located in the Murat district in the center of Bari, precisely in one of the most characteristic streets of the city, Via Sparano. The twentieth-century building, being located in the historic shopping, has over time become not only the symbol of Bari, but also a prestigious point of reference for the people of Bari.

Among the points of interest along the promenade is the San Cataldo Lighthouse, a symbol of the city, and several monuments dedicated to historical events and important figures. These places offer insights and reflections on local history.

Nov 15, 2021 · The Petruzzelli was inaugurated on February 14, 1903, with the work “Gli Ugonotti”, by Giacomo Meyerbeer. The theater, which stands imposingly on Corso Cavour, has a late-liberty style facade. Frescoed inside by the Bari painter Raffaele Armenise, is decorated in pure gold. Immediately equipped with heating and electric light, it initially ...