Daunian Mountains

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The Daunian Mountains (Monti della Daunia) are a group of mountains located at the western edge of the Province of Foggia, at the border with Campania. The mountains take their name from the Daunians, and ancient Iapygian tribe that lived around the area before the Roman conquest. This region is known for hosting several small and beautiful villages.

Troia

Troia is a town located on top of a hill near the Daunian Mountains in the Province of Foggia. A village of ancient origins, the modern town emerged in the Late Middle Ages, and remained an important fortified position for centuries.

✪ Troia Cathedral

Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta)

The Troia Cathedral (Duomo di Troia) is a large medieval church in the center of Troia. Built between the 11th and 12th century, it is a great example of the Apulian Romanesque style. Its facade features many decorations, including a large and extremely elaborate rose window, regarded as the most beautiful of the region. The church also features other medieval elements, such as decorated bronze doors and an intricate pulpit. The Diocesan Museum of Troia (Museo Diocesano di Troia), which houses various religious artworks, is located in front of the church.

Bovino

Bovino is a tiny town located among the Daunian Mountains. Founded in ancient times, it wa a fortified village during the Middle Ages, and it is now known for its beauty and its view over the Tavoliere.

Bovino Castle

The Bovino Castle is the main landmark in the city, and was erected by the Normans during the Middle Ages. Later turned into a fortified palace, the well-preserved structure now hosts the Diocesan Museum of Bovino (Museo Diocesano di Bovino), which houses several historic religious objects and artworks.

Bovino Cathedral

Also known as: Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta)

The Bovino Cathedral (Duomo di Bovino) is the main church of the town, erected in Romanesque style during the Middle Ages. The original structure was destroyed by an earthquake in 1930, and the church was later rebuilt as it was before.

Ascoli Satriano

Ascoli Satriano is a town located at the foot of the Daunian Mountains. Originally inhabited by the Daunians, it became a Roman town and was destroyed and rebuilt during the Middle Ages. The town has a few historic sites, and it is known for being the site of two battles, one in 279 BCE in which King Pyrrhus of Epirus defeated the Romans, and another in 1041, when the Normans defeated the Byzantines and conquered Apulia.

Museum Complex of Ascoli Satriano

The Museum Complex of Ascoli Satriano (Polo Museale di Ascoli Satriano) is a museum located just outside the small town. Here is a collection of religious artworks and an archaeological museum with several Roman and pre-Roman findings unearthed in the surrounding area. Among these are the Marbles of Ascoli Satriano (Marmi di Ascoli Satriano), a group of elaborate marble artifacts from the 4th century BCE found in a tomb near the town.

Villa of Faragola

The Villa of Faragola was a large Roman villa located north of Ascoli Satriano. Excavations in the ruined complex have unearthed the ruins of various areas of the villa, including some thermal baths decorated with mosaics. The villa was built in various phases, and lived its golden age between the 4th and 6th century.