Castel, Italy

Italy's mystical Castel del Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an eight-sided castle built by Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II in the 13th century.

Italy’s mystical Castel del Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is an eight-sided castle built by Holy Roman Emperor Frederick II in the 13th century. (Susan Spano / LAT)

Jan. 18, 2007 9:22 PM PT

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Barletta Castello, Barletta

A couple explores Italy’s Barletta Castello, constructed during the Norman period. (Susan Spano / LAT)

Castel del Monte

An ominous mood envelops the 13th-century Castel del Monte. (Susan Spano / LAT)

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A guestroom at the Tenuta Tannoja in the Puglia region of Italy. (Susan Spano/LAT)

Trani Duomo, Trani

The Adriatic Sea flanks Italy’s Trani duomo, completed in 1200. (Susan Spano / LAT)

Barletta Castello museum

A frieze in the museum at the Barletta Castello. (Susan Spano / LAT)

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Detail of the Basilica of San Nicola in the Old Town section of Bari, Italy. (Susan Spano / LAT)

Barletta

The Colossus of Barletta in southeastern Italy. (Susan Spano / LAT)

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