1° gennaio al Museo-Castello di Gioia del Colle

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Wednesday, January 1, 2025, come and celebrate with us the beginning of the new year!

The National Archaeological Museum and Norman Swabian Castle of Gioia del Colle are participating in the ministerial initiative for a special opening of the Italian National Museums.

You will be enthralled by the enchanting setting of the Norman Swabian Castle, built in the early 12th century AD by the Altavilla family, later enriched by the great Emperor Frederick II of Swabia between 1229-1230; the fully accessible rooms feature interesting medieval architecture and elements that vividly narrate the life and exploits of the Puer Apuliae.

The interesting collection of the National Archaeological Museum of Gioia del Colle, housed in the rooms of the federician manor, preserves artifacts dating between the 9th and 3rd century BC from the ancient Peucetian city of Thuriae, now the archaeological area of Monte Sannace. Amphorae, vases, craters decorated with mythological scenes, fibulae, bracelets, coins, lances, swords, and armor are just some of the remarkable artifacts through which it's possible to trace the story of the ancient civilizations present in central Apulia of the time.

All visitors can take advantage of the audio guide service, which will lead them through the exploration of the museum rooms and the castle.
Web: museipuglia.cultura.gov.it/...