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Norman-Swabian Castle of Mesagne
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Matilde Maini
October 30, 2023
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The certain evidence of the construction of the Norman Swabian castle of Mesagne dates back to the beginning of the 11th century, when, with the Norman reconquest of Puglia, Roberto d'Altavilla known as Guiscardo erected a castrum to defend the city (1062-1063). The term castrum was synonymous not only with "fortified place", but also with "jurisdictional, military, economic, religious center...".
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39.7km
02:41
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Cycle an easy 18.4-mile loop from Mesagne through the Riserva naturale regionale orientata Boschi di Santa Teresa e dei Lucci.
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96.7km
05:36
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This difficult 60.1-mile (96.7 km) touring cycling loop from San Vito dei Normanni to Campi Salentina offers a long ride through Salento's r
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