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Altamura, Medieval commune in Puglia, Italy

The city extends across the Murge plateau at 467 meters above sea level, featuring narrow streets that connect to numerous courtyards called claustri.

Frederick II refounded the settlement in 1232 and initiated the construction of the Cathedral, which received special status from Pope Innocent IV.

The Cathedral stands as a primary monument with its ornate portal flanked by two lions and contains a rose window divided into fifteen sections.

The population reaches 70,595 inhabitants, and visitors can explore the city through its postal code 70022 or contact local services using the area code +39 080.

The Pulo di Altamura forms the largest karst depression in Apulia, reaching a depth of 90 meters and containing evidence of Neolithic settlements.

Location: Metropolitan City of Bari

Capital city: Altamura

Elevation above the sea: 467 m

Website: https://www.comune.altamura.ba.it/

Shares border with: Bitonto, Cassano delle Murge, Gravina in Puglia, Grumo Appula, Matera, Ruvo di Puglia, Santeramo in Colle, Toritto

Website: https://comune.altamura.ba.it

GPS coordinates: 40.81667,16.55000

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:47

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