Monastero di Santa Maria di Colonna, Romanesque monastery in Trani, Italy
The monastery stands on Capo Colonna peninsula, featuring a three-nave church with a perforated rose window and quadrangular columns in Apulian Romanesque style.
Goffredo Siniscalco established the monastery in the early 11th century, entrusting it to Benedictine monks who faced multiple attacks from Saracen pirates.
Every May 3rd, fishing boats carry a wooden crucifix from the monastery to the port, commemorating the 1480 pirate raid recovery of the sacred artifact.
The monastery, located at Piazzale Santa Maria di Colonna 76125 in Trani, operates as a religious complex and remains accessible during worship hours.
Archaeological excavations near the monastery revealed Iapygian civilization remains, including ancient wall structures and pottery with unusual burial customs.
Location: Trani
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Address: Piazza Marina di Colonna, 76123 Trani BT
GPS coordinates: 41.27085,16.44176
Latest update: March 10, 2025 10:04
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