Acquaviva delle Fonti

Acquaviva delle Fonti is a town in the Metropolitan City of Bari situated on the Murge plateau at approximately 300 meters (980 feet) elevation. It sits roughly 26 kilometers (16 miles) inland from the Adriatic coast.

A Norman lord named Roberto Gurgulione established the Cathedral of Sant'Eustachio during the 12th century as the town's religious center. Later renovations brought Renaissance details to the building, reflecting changing architectural tastes over time.

The September celebration of Madonna di Costantinopoli brings processions through town streets, marking the arrival of the Virgin Mary in the community. Local residents keep this tradition alive by participating in these public rituals each year.

The town has access to the Francesco Miulli regional hospital, one of the largest medical facilities in southern Italy serving the area and surrounding communities. Visitors who need healthcare services can rely on this established institution for assistance.

Local red onions carry DOP certification, grown using specific cultivation methods that preserve their naturally sweet flavor. These onions represent a distinct agricultural tradition tied to the region's conditions and farming knowledge.

Location: Metropolitan City of Bari

Capital city: Acquaviva delle Fonti

Elevation above the sea: 300 m

Shares border with: Adelfia, Casamassima, Gioia del Colle, Sammichele di Bari, Sannicandro di Bari, Santeramo in Colle, Cassano delle Murge

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

GPS coordinates: 40.90000,16.85000

Latest update: December 13, 2025 15:29