Conversano Castle

The limestone fortress stands on the highest point of Conversano with four towers oriented toward the cardinal points and walls dating from the 11th century.

The Acquaviva family transformed the Norman defensive structure into their residence in the 15th century, adding the cylindrical tower that became a symbol of Conversano.

The castle houses the municipal art gallery containing a collection of 17th-century paintings from Finoglio's cycle depicting scenes from La Gerusalemme Liberata.

Visitors can access multiple exhibition spaces across two floors, including the Pinacoteca Francesco Netti and a collection of historical costumes titled Nozze al Castello.

The polygonal tower features a shoe-shaped structure with inclined walls designed for artillery defense, complete with cannon ports along its merlons.

Location: Conversano

Made from material: limestone

Address: Corso Domenico Morea - Conversano 85025 85025

Phone: +390804958525

Email: proloco.conversano@libero.it

GPS coordinates: 40.96880,17.11560

Latest update: March 3, 2025 01:41