Historic Archaeological Sites

This collection highlights 14 significant sites in the Taranto region, including ancient Greek temples, medieval castles, Saracen watchtowers, and archaeological parks. The list features the Castello Aragonese fortress, Doric temples from Magna Graecia, coastal Roman villas, and necropolises, reflecting a wide span of historical periods and architectural styles.

Castello Aragonese

The Castello Aragonese is a fortification in Taranto, Italy. Officially called the Castel San Angelo, it was built on the site of older…

Temple of Poseidon

The Temple of Poseidon is a peripteral Doric temple of Magna Graecia located in the modern piazza Castello in the historic centre of…

Castle of Massafra

The Castle of Massafra, located in the historic center of Massafra, is a medieval castle overlooking the Pizzo Ravine and San Marco.

Torre Mattoni

A Saracen-era coastal watchtower located on the western outskirts of Marina di Ginosa, reflecting medieval defensive architecture.

Torre di Cacace

Medieval tower serving historically as both lookout and defensive structure.

Torre Mininni

Medieval tower part of local fortification systems.

Villa costiera Romana

Remains of a Roman coastal villa illustrating ancient settlement patterns.

Abitato protostorico e santuario arcaico

Site of a prehistoric settlement and archaic sanctuary evidencing early human activity.

Parco Archaeologico di Saturo

Archaeological park preserving ruins from various historical periods near the coast.

Cisterna Romana

Roman cistern used for water storage in ancient times.

Parco archeologico di Collepasso

Archaeological park featuring a necropolis with tombs dating from antiquity.

Villaggio Rupestre di Petruscio

Ancient rock-cut settlement illustrating prehistoric habitation.

Torre Zozzoli

16th-century Saracen watchtower near the border of Taranto and Lizzano.

Monumento ai Caduti di tutte le Guerre

Monument commemorating fallen soldiers from all wars.