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Bari Tourist Information

Tourists to Bari will arrive in Puglia province, the city of Bari has a large beach community and vibrant nightlife. Bari's coastline is perfect for swimming and sunbathing. Tourists can also enjoy inland sports such as hiking and horseback riding. The new city features plenty nightspots and of clubs. Exploring the old town opens up the region's nine centuries of history. You will find historical architecture and the local museum providing insight in the rich past of Bari and the region.

Bari's old city was constructed as a maze to confuse an invading army, providing the modern day tourist with some interesting walks. In the heart of the old town is the Basilica di San Nicola. This impressive cathedral is an excellent example of Italian masonry and features a wealth of notable relics that were plundered from the Byzantines when the Crusades took place. Also worth a mention are the Episcopal throne, the nine centuries old altar canopy and behind the altar, the precisely tiled mosaic and the Cattedrale di San Sabino dating back 900 years.

The Museo Archiologico can be found in the new city. The museum provides information and displays about the region's interesting past featuring items from the Daunic, Messapian and Peucetic people.

Hotels in Bari

Bari has hotels, hostels, guesthouses and bed-and breakfasts. The four-star Hotel Palace located in the commercial and historical centre of the city, close to numerous shops. The hotel houses on the 7th floor of the elegant Murat restaurant with its panorama over the antique town. The three-star Rondo Hotel can be found about 2.8kms/1.7miles outside the city.