Barletta
Barletta is a city and comune in Apulia, in southeastern Italy, with a population of around 94,700. Together with Andria and Trani it is the seat of the province of Barletta-Andria-Trani.
At a glance
- Type
- City and comune
- Period
- Historic Adriatic city
- Style
- Apulian coastal city
- Location
- Province of Barletta-Andria-Trani, Apulia, southeastern Italy
Overview
Barletta is a city and comune (municipality) in Apulia, in southeastern Italy. It has a population of around 94,700. Together with Andria and Trani, it is the seat of the province of Barletta-Andria-Trani.
History
Barletta lies on the Adriatic coast of northern Apulia, a region with a long history of settlement and trade along the eastern shore of southern Italy. As one of the three seats of its province, the city has held a position of administrative importance in the area. Its coastal location has shaped its development over the centuries.
What you see
Barletta is a sizeable Apulian city of around 94,700 inhabitants set on the Adriatic coast. As a provincial seat shared with Andria and Trani, it functions as a regional centre. The city combines an urban core with its coastal setting on the eastern shore of southern Italy.
Cultural significance
Barletta is one of the three capital cities of the province of Barletta-Andria-Trani, alongside Andria and Trani. As a coastal city of nearly 95,000 people, it is a significant centre of Apulian heritage and administration.
Practical information
Barletta is a city and comune in the province of Barletta-Andria-Trani, Apulia. For opening hours of churches, museums and monuments, check official website and the comune of Barletta.
Getting there
Barletta lies on the Adriatic coast of northern Apulia and is reached by road and rail along the coastal corridor. It is closely connected to the neighbouring cities of Andria and Trani in the same province.