Foggia is the principal town of the province of the Foggia and is located in the northern part of the Adriatic coastal region of Apulia, south of the Monte Gargano promontory. Foggia is highly popular as the favorite residence of the Emperor Frederick II as it was both the geographical and the economic center of the extensive Apulian plains and there are numerous tourist attractions in Foggia as this medieval town is replete with historical remnants of the bygone era. With its long stretches of balmy shades of lush green trees and the mélange of dazzling urban settlements and rich historical past reflected through various archeological sites makes one feel the sprinkling charm of this wonderful city of Italy.
Though presently Foggia sparkles with the glitz and glamour of an urban town but there is no dearth of tourist attractions in Foggia. The popular tourist attraction in Foggia is the cathedral which was constructed in 1172 in Romanesque style but was again reconstructed in Baroque style after its massive destruction in 1731 earthquake. Another premier sightseeing attraction in Foggia is the Municipal Museum in the Piazza Nigri which displays an impressive collection of archeological and folklore material as well as a good selection of modern pictures makes it hugely popular among the tourists. The visitors can also include an exciting tour around the Monte Gargano promontory while touring in Foggia.
Popular Tourist Attractions in Foggia comprise of the following:
The Epitaph (L'Epitaffio)
St. Chiara's Church (Chiesa di Santa Chiara)
St. John's Basilica (Basilica di San Giovanni)
St. Thomas' Church (Chiesa di San Tommaso)
St. Augustine's Church (Chiesa di Sant'Agostino)
The Cathedral (La Cattedrale)
Our Lady Of Sorrow Church (Chiesa dell'Addolorata)
The Church of the Crosses(Chiesa delle Croci)
St. Francis Saverio's Church (chiesa San Francesco Saverio)
The De Maio and De Vita Palace (Palazzo De Maio, De Vito)
Town Museum (Museo civico)
Umberto Giordano Theatre (Teatro Umberto Giordano)
Custom House (Palazzo Dogana)
Piazza Federico II or the famous fountains
The sele fountain
The twentieth September water fountains
The railroad station fountain
The three flame fountain
The Arch of Frederick II° (Arco di Federico II°)
So start planning your next trip to Foggia and spend some perfectly blissful time with your near and dear ones and enjoy a fantastic time exploring all the fascinating tourist attractions in Foggia.
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