Bari castle

The Castello Normanno-Svevo, also known as the Norman-Swabian Castle, is a historic castle in Bari, Italy. Built around 1132 by Norman king Roger II, it has undergone several transformations over the centuries, including renovations by Frederick II and the Aragonese. The castle features a mix of architectural styles, including Byzantine-Norman, Angevin, and Renaissance elements. The castle's courtyard, known as the cortile rinascimentale, is a notable feature, with a portico, a monumental staircase, and a chapel dedicated to St. Stanislaw of Kraków. The castle has been used for various purposes, including as a prison and barracks, and is now open to the public as a museum, hosting exhibitions and cultural events. Visitors can explore the castle's historic halls, including the Aragonese Hall and the Angevin wing, and see collections of art and artifacts, such as the Gipsoteca, a collection of plaster reproductions of sculptures from Apulian monuments