White washed town of Ostuni rising above the sea, Apulia
The Royal Palace of Caserta
Castel del Monte, Apulia
Panoramic view to the Amalfi coast from Villa Rufolo in Ravello
Art, Architecture and History in Southern Italy
Join art critic and historian Christopher Allen as he traverses Southern Italy’s fascinating coastline, boasting countless archaeological sites, historic cities and diverse architecture.
Southern Italy revels in a rich and complex history. Known as Magna Graecia in antiquity, it was dominated by Greek colonies, influencing the region’s heritage with their art and philosophies. Over time the Romans, Byzantines and Normans, as well as the great Emperor Frederick II, also left their mark on the area before the long period of Spanish and Bourbon rule.
Experience first-hand the various architectural styles, from the town of Martina Franca, built in a combination of Baroque and Rococo styles, to Saint Nicolas’ Basilica, constructed in a Puglian-Romanesque style.
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This tour is part of the World Art Tours program organised by the Art Gallery Society of NSW in partnership with Renaissance Tours.
