2-Hour Guided tour of Monte Sant'Angelo
Highlights
Foggia
cultural, sightseeing, Cave
Private Tour
2 Hours
Easy
English, Italian
Description
This is a walking tour through Monte Sant'Angelo, a characteristic village and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located at 843 meters above sea level, it is the highest point of the Gargano National Park. The guided tour of Monte Sant'Angelo is for people passionate about medieval history, culture, sacred art, and pilgrimages. This tour is particularly suitable for those interested in discovering the cult of Saint Michael, the history of his apparitions and medieval legends.
Itinerary
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Guided tour of Monte Sant'Angelo
- Starting from the Castle and admiring the so-called Tower of the Giants from the outside, we will reach the Sanctuary developed around a cave where the Archangel Saint Michael appeared to the Bishop of Siponto on several occasions. We will be welcomed by a mystical atmosphere and intense energy.
- A few meters from the Sanctuary, you will see the façade of the Church of Saint Peter, which is dominated by a pierced canopy depicting four intertwined sirens. Inside is the Baptistry of San Giovanni, known as the “Tomb of Rotari” (606-652) and surmounted by a large dome-shaped monument.
- To the right of the entrance to St. Peter's is the atrium that leads to the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore, in Romanesque-Pugliese style,
- Walking through the narrow streets of the Junno district with its whitewashed houses, you will learn its history.
What's Included
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What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 2 | /group |
| 3 to 4 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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