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02/09/2026

Rijeka Maritime and Historical Museum of the Croatian Littoral.

24/08/2026

First rain after months.

12/08/2026

Bari ✈️ Trieste

09/08/2026

Frederick II Hohenstaufen (1194-1250) Holy Roman Emperor and King of Sicily, he was called “Stupor Mundi” wonder of the world.
No one knows why he built Castel del Monte, the location at an altitude of 540m, has a great view, but is not strategic, and the building has no defensive measures, so was not built as a fort. Some think it was built as a fancy hunting lodge, but there is no sign of a kitchen or cooking facilities on site.
Frederick II died not long before the castle was completed, therefore he never actually stayed here.
We made a short visit to Andria town, then returned to Barletta, I had delicious dinner at my relatives place, and they drove me back to Bari with full bag of food.

07/07/2026

Castel del Monte was built around 1240 by Emperor Frederick II of Swabia and its purpose remains mysterious. The 26-meter-high, double-storied castle was constructed with limestone, white marble, and coral breccia. With eight towers at each corner and eight rooms on each floor surrounding a central courtyard.
It represents a mixture of Norman, Gothic, and Islamic influences. In addition to its octagonal shape, the castle hides particularities related to mathematics and astronomy. The angles and positions of the rooms are designed to follow precise solar movements, creating lighting effects at certain times of the years.

02/07/2026

Castel del Monte is one of southern Italy’s most talked-about landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
To reach Castel del Monte by public transport, the nearest town is Andria, and from Andria train station, take bus number 6. The journey takes around half an hour.
Fortunately, my relatives drove me here. Thank you 🙏

27/06/2026

One interesting tale, the Disfida di Barletta (Challenge of Barletta); a 1503 duel between Italian and French knights to prove who were the true cowards after a Frenchman had insulted the Italians.
The story is displayed on a board outside the Cantina della Disfida, reputedly the tavern which was the setting for the original insult. The building is decorated in period fashion and open free entry to the public.

25/06/2026

First major sights in Barletta are the Basilica del Santo Sepolcro, an imposing white church, and the bronze Colossus which stands outside. The church was a rest-stop on the pilgrim and Crusaders route to the Holy Land.
There are many stories about the Colossus of Barletta (known locally as Eraclio), and the true identity of the emperor remains a mystery.
The statue was first documented in 1309 when it was recovered from the harbor of Barletta, today the 5-meter-high statue is still a powerful reminder of the Roman Empire, and said to be the largest surviving ancient bronze statue.

20/06/2026

Barletta is a convenient transport hub, the city is connected to Bari by two railway lines. Barletta isn’t a major halt on the tourist destination but it is a pleasant place to stop for a stroll.
Fortunately, not only I came to visit the city but I was overjoyed to meet my relatives here.
I stayed with them and they cooked super delicious meals for me.
We talked We laughed ❤️

19/06/2026

According to a legend, the city of Trani was founded by Tirreno; son of Diomedes. The city was later part of the Roman Empire and by the beginning of Byzantine domination, Trani was transformed into a fortified city.
Trani was the capital of Puglia until the Napoleonic era, when the title was transferred to the city of Bari.

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