On your Foggia tours, you must undoubtedly visit the Lucera Cathedral, Foggia. The Lucera episcopal, apart from the Lucera-Troia see, also includes the former sees of Farentino, Tortiboli and Montecorvino (earlier merged with Volturaria). It is locally believed that the Lucera Cathedral, Foggia was established in the third century during Saint Bassus's time. The Lucera cathedral as well as the Troia co-cathedral have minor basilica status.
Today, Lucera is primarily known as an agricultural town, famous for its very special extra virgin olive oil, pecorini cheese and 'Cacc'è mmitte', DOC wine. During Frederick II's reign in the thirteenth century, Lucera moved from strength to strength in prestige and economic might. Frederick II allowed a certain degree of freedom to the Muslims. Many harems, palaces and mosques were also built during that period. (Frederick II had a well-thought of and well-meaning policy towards the Saracens wherein there were allowed religious freedom and social structures but as a barter for peace).
The Lucera Cathedral, Foggia was built in 1300 by Charles II of Anjou and dedicated to the city patron, Holy Mary. This Basilica cathedral or the Assunta Cathedral is a marvelous example of the architectural style known as the Gothic-Angevin. It was constructed on a mosque ruins to celebrate the Anjou victory against the Muslims. The cathedral has the lovely Last Supper painting by the younger Palma and the pulpit is renowned for its exquisite beauty.
The Lucera Cathedral, Foggia remains one of the endearing Tourist Attractions in Foggia.
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