Discover Bari Vecchia, the city's oldest district: narrow streets, squares, and traditions waiting to be discovered!
The old city is that place where, walking through the alleys , you can breathe in the air of history, tradition and habits handed down from generation to generation.
For this reason, it's impossible to come to Bari and not pass through the old city, a historic place where history can be read in its buildings, churches, shops, and businesses.
You'll pass through stone streets , arches, and ancient buildings, and between one street and another you'll also have the chance to meet ladies who still sell homemade products typical of Bari , such as orecchiette, taralli, fried panzerotti, and vegetables in oil.
There is one street in particular, called Arco Basso street , which has been nicknamed “the street of orecchiette” because every morning a group of local women stand outside their homes to prepare fresh pasta, as well as the delicious orecchiette from Bari .
It goes without saying that this street is very popular with tourists who, obviously, come to take pictures of the housewives and get advice on the best condiments to accompany the unmistakable flavour of orecchiette .
If you are a history lover, the old town has everything you need: you can visit the Basilica of San Nicola , the Cathedral of San Sabino , the Norman-Swabian Castle and many other places, all in the historic centre and waiting to be discovered.
If you want more information on what to see in Bari, consult the section that talks about places and monuments to see .
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