Swabian Castle of Bari (Castello Svevo di Bari)
Historic fortress built in 1132 by Norman King Roger II
About Swabian Castle of Bari (Castello Svevo di Bari)
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The Castello Svevo, also known as the Hohenstaufen Castle, was originally built around 1132 by Norman King Roger II. After being destroyed in 1156 by King William I of Sicily, it was rebuilt and strengthened in 1233 by Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II. During the Angevin rule, the castle underwent several transformations. It was later acquired by Duke Ferdinand of Aragon, who donated it to the Sforza family. The castle eventually passed to Bona Sforza, Queen of Poland, and, after her death, was returned to the King of Naples, who transformed it into a prison and barracks. The castle is surrounded by a moat on all sides, except for the northern section, which bordered the sea. It can be accessed via a bridge and gate on the southern side. The structure mainly features the Aragonese walls and the main Hohenstaufen tower, and today it serves as a venue for exhibitions.
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