What to see and what to do in Trani

The Cathedral of Trani named after San Nicola Pellegrino is a structure in Apulian Romanesque style. It was built with the characteristic white-pink stone of the tuff quarries typical of the city. An interesting detail lies in the pointed arch that supports the bell tower, thanks to the fact that this element is not found in any other Apulian church.

The Swabian Castle of Trani was erected in 1233, during the reign of Frederick II of Swabia. In 1832, the structure was transformed into prison, remaining so until 1974. Only in 1976, it was placed under the control of the Superintendence of Environmental and Artistic Heritage of Puglia. Later, it underwent several restoration work and in 1998 it was opened to the public.

Built in the late fourth century, the church was rebuilt several times, but the facade has retained its original beauty. Inside there are works of great value, such as the wooden crucifix of '500 and the main altar of '700.

Built during a plague in 1528 by the will of the Venetian governor, as reported by the inscription on the lintel of the main entrance. Inside there are paintings of a certain value, recently restored.

One of of the most beautiful gardens on the sea in Europe, stretching on a terrace of the ancient walls in the sea. It is covered by oaks, pines and palms and it is adorned with flower beds, fountains and avenues.

The Trani Carriage Museum was established in 1956, thanks to the private collection of the family of Dukes Telesio di Toritto, current owners of the collection. The exhibition presents elements typical of the bourgeoisie of the '800. It contains 33 vintage carriages of different types dating from around the mid-nineteenth century and early twentieth centuries, carefully taken care of by the artisans of the period.

The palace dates back to the 18th century and, at the time, was owned by one of the most powerful families in the area. It is an elegant structure, consisting of a rustic masonry. On the façade, which offers a magnificent view, are clearly visible the family coats of arms. Currently, the building is not open to visitors.

Built in the X-XI century. The structure is very simple. Inside there are traces of frescoes.

The building probably of the fifteenth century was restored in 1874 after the collapse of the ceiling.

Next to the church of San Donato, there is one of best preserved medieval towers built from the municipality on which stood a public clock. The Tower was the tallest building after the bell tower of the cathedral.

Originally called of the SS Trinity, built in 1176 by the abbot of the Benedictine order Domenico Benincasa. It is one of the few Romanesque churches in Puglia with aligned domes and it is one of the few leading to count three.

It was the barn of a certain Sabino who moved to pity, for the conditions in which he was, hosted a young pilgrim named Nicola traveling to Rome. He died soon after and it was proclaimed a saint.