Castello
di Trani (Castle of Trani)
Built by order of Frederick II in 1233 and
ended in 1294, the Castle of Trani is the
only one among the fortresses belonging
to Frederick II to be located on the sea.It
is a four-sided fortress with four towers
on its corners: the original features of
the Swabian style have been preserved very
well.
Originally the Castle was a defensive building,
afterwards it became one of the favourite
residence of Manfred, who celebrated there
his second wedding.Throughout the centuries
the castle has undergone several works which
enlarged and changed its structure: modified
by the Angevines, it was then spoiled by
subsequent extensions, becoming even a prison.After
long and accurate restoration works, today
you can visit many castle's rooms and courtyards.
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