Bari: Norman-Swabian Castle Guided Tour – Apulia, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Explore one of the most famous buildings in Bari, the Norman-Swabian Castle, known for its extensive moat. Go inside this 13th-century castle which has been converted into a museum with your tour guide. Admire the exhibits of jewelry on display and appreciate the sculptures in the Gipsoteca.
Enter the castle with your guide, who specializes in art history. Then, explore the castle to see the central courtyard and the three stone towers outside. Next, go into the Gipsoteca in the west wing of the castle, where you can see plaster copies of famous sculptures and carvings of monuments.
Marvel at these works of art, which were created by Mario Sabatelli and Pasquale Duretti in 1911 to commemorate 50 years of Italian unity. Also, see the exhibits of ceramic tableware, which were excavated from the east wing of the castle. See jewelry in the Minorenni Tower and tour the Norman room.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Visit the Norman-Swabian Castle of Bari with a tour guide who specializes in art
Walk through the courtyard and look up at the impressive three stone towers
Follow your guide to the Gipsoteca in the west wing to see plaster sculptures
Explore the other exhibits of ceramic tableware, and jewelry inside the castle
See the stone-winged cats and other items on display in the Norman Room

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