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The Colossus of Barletta
The imposing Roman emperor | Barletta, Puglia
Type
Museums
Construction
IV-V Secolo d.C.
Average Duration
Molto Facile (30 min)
Rating
4.8 / 5.0 (Google)
History and Meaning
Standing over 5 meters tall, the Colossus of Barletta (known locally as "Eraclio") is the largest surviving Roman bronze statue. It is believed to depict Emperor Valentinian I or III. It remains unknown what brought it to the shores of Barletta in or shortly before 1309—the year from which its presence in the city is historically documented.
Operational Info
Address
Corso Vittorio Emanuele, 76121 Barletta BT
Hours
Sempre visibile all'esterno
N/A
Tickets
Gratuito
Gallery (3 Foto)
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