Castello Normanno Svevo

"Looming over the cathedral is the symbol of Bari: huge Castello Svevo, which houses a number of archaeological and art collections within its evocative courtyards, towers, and rooms." Full review

"Roger the Norman originally built this castle in the 12th century over the ruins of a Byzantine structure. Later, Frederick II of Swabia built over the existing castle, incorporating it..." Full review

"Built by Frederick II, it was enlarged by the Spanish to defend against attacks from the Turks, and it has remained a military base ever since...only open to the public on rare occasions in summer." Full review

"Castello Normanno Svevo crowns Pancrazio Hill above the old city, and the uphill walk rewards with wonderful views across to the Sila Mountains. Its origins are lost to memory: it may..." Full review

"Frederick II of Hohenstaufen (or of Swabia) reigned over the Puglia in the early 13C and was responsible for its Golden Age. In 1233, he had this castle built on former Byzantine and..." Full review