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The Castle of the Dukes (originally Counts) of Sangro, built from a Norman tower, has maintained the Renaissance appearance. It includes four circular and two square towers, and a throne hall with a 17th-century fresco frieze. It is home to the archaeological exhibition of findings from
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It lies on a hill, 169 metres (554 ft) over the sea, and is famous for production of wine and olives.
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The history of Torremaggiore is strictly connected to that of the burg of
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From 25 August 1925, Torremaggiore was connected to the nearby
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possession, it is especially remembered as the death place of
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Castle of Fiorentino (11th century), place of death of
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Comune
Old postcard of Torremaggiore, ducal castle to the left
ducal castle
Coat of arms of Torremaggiore
Torremaggiore is located in Italy
Torremaggiore is located in Apulia
41°41′N 15°17′E / 41.683°N 15.283°E / 41.683; 15.283
Italy
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Apulia
Province
Foggia
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Demonym
Time zone
UTC+1
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Dialing code
Sabinus Bishop
Official website
comune
province of Foggia
Apulia
Italian
Italy
Italian catepan
Basil Boioannes

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