Basilica San Nicola

Basilica San Nicola is a stunning example of Puglian Romanesque architecture and stands in the heart of Bari's old town. Located on the Quay of San Nicola, overlooking the Adriatic Sea, the basilica is a testimony to the city's rich Christian heritage and a place of pilgrimage for both Catholics and Orthodox Christians. The imposing exterior is marked by four decorated portals, each opening onto a large and exquisite interior covered in exquisite Byzantine mosaics, as well as collections of Romanesque and Baroque sculptures. Visitors are encouraged to look for the Tomb of St. Nicholas, which houses the Saint's mortal remains, located deep beneath the high altar. The basilica offers regular guided tours in several languages, giving visitors the opportunity to make the most of this spectacular historical attraction.