Of great interest is the visit to Bari Vecchia (Borgo Antico): the Basilica of San Nicola, dating from the 11th-12th century and dedicated to Nicolas Bishop (a miraculous saint whose remains were stolen by Mira). One of the most loved saints in the world and father of the legend of Santa Claus. The Basilica of San Nicola in Puglia is the greatest example of Romanesque architecture. Inside the church there is an episcopal chair of great value by Elia, entirely made of marble. The twelfth century and the crypt where the remains of San Nicola are kept.
The Cathedral of San Sabino, however, is today the result of numerous restorations made over the years, but the original core of the Byzantine period has been preserved. The Swabian castle, the oldest part of which dates back to the 13th century, now houses some offices of the superintendent. "Arco Alto and Arco Basso" where there are some elderly ladies who produce and sell orecchiette (typical homemade pasta).
