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#CittàVecchia#OldTown#History#Taranto#AncientRuins
Città Vecchia - Taranto, Italy
Explore the Città Vecchia of Taranto, a labyrinth of narrow streets rich in history and ancient architecture, the cradle of the city's past.
The Old Town of Taranto, known as Città Vecchia, is a historic center filled with ancient buildings, churches, and ruins from its Greek and Roman past.
Duration of the visit: 4 hours
Recommended Climate: Spring
Description: Città Vecchia is the historic heart of Taranto, located on an island between the Mar Grande and the Mar Piccolo. This area is filled with narrow, winding streets, medieval buildings, and ancient ruins. Here you can find landmarks such as the Cathedral of San Cataldo, the Church of San Domenico, and the Aragonese Castle. Città Vecchia was once the core of the powerful Greek city of Taras and retains its ancient atmosphere, offering visitors a journey through time as they explore its rich history and architecture.
Curiosity: Greek Origins
The Old Town sits on the site of ancient Taras, a city founded by the Spartans in 706 BC.
Curiosity: Underground Taranto
Beneath the city, visitors can explore underground chambers and catacombs that reveal the town's ancient Greek and Roman roots.
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