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View of Giovinazzo from the sea.
'Giovinazzo' is a port city situated on the Adriatic coast in the region of Apulia, Italy. Giovinazzo lies 18 km WNW of the provincial capital of Bari, and is adjacent to the city of
Molfetta.
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History
It was a small fortified centre of the Romans, who called it ''Natolium'', maybe built on the ruins of the Peucete ''Netium'' destroyed during the Punic Wars. It became later a flourishing commercial centre, that had trading connections with Venice.
Main sights
★ The cathedral, dedicated to ''Santa Maria Assunta'' (12th-13th century), in characteristic Apulian Romanesque style, featuring Eastern and Western elements.
★ Ducal Palace (16th century)
★ Two columns of the Via Traiana, which however did not pass through the city.
In the neighbourhood is Castel del Monte, one of the most famous castles in Italy.
External links
★ City of Giovinazzo
★ Official website
★ Giovinazzo portal
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