Meet the guide at Piazza Castello, also known as Largo di Corte, the highest point of the hill in a dominant position on the surrounding area.
We’ll walk around the exterior of the Castle and take a look at the 4 existing Towers, including the famous cylindrical Renaissance Tower, nowadays symbol of Conversano. Learning about the vicissitudes of the Earls of Conversano.
Visit of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, an interesting example of Apulian Romanesque style, which just preserves the 14th century facade.
Strolling along the medieval alleys we’ll reach the Church of San Cosma and Damiano, a masterpiece of Neapolitan Baroque, almost completely painted by Finoglio, a 17th century renowned artist.
In the old town you could admire some original entrance gates and megalithic walls dating back to the 5th century B.C.
A stop in front of the Monastery of San Benedetto will be the occasion to learn about the history of the Abbesses with miter and then the tour will end in Largo di Corte.
Duration of the tour: about 1 hour and 30 minutes
Meet the guide in Piazza Castello square/ Largo di Corte, next to the cylindrical Renaissance Tower.
This is a private guided tour
Upon request it will be possible to book a tour of the Art Gallery with the exhibition of the cycle of paintings “La Gerusalemme liberata” by Paolo Finoglio, realized in the 17th century and commissioned by the Earls Acquaviva d’Aragona. Entrance fee 5€ per person
For further information or reservation, please contact me by phone at +39.3334350779 (also Whatsapp) or via email at viaggieitinerari@gmail.com
The tour can be also booked on Viator/Tripadvisor
viaggieitinerari... in Puglia by Valeria Dicarlo 