The Ducal Palace in Andria represents the beating heart of the city’s cultural and social rebirth. Its strategic location and historical value make it an ideal connection point between the historic center, Castel del Monte, and the suburbs, integrating tradition and innovation. Once the restoration is completed, it will become the city’s main cultural hub: permanent and temporary exhibitions, also in memory of Farinelli, promoting cultural, social, and economic development in tune with the community’s needs. The multimedia museum inspired by Frederick II of Swabia and the spaces dedicated to painting, theatre and music will combine the history of the building with contemporary expressions.
Relations with Castel del Monte will be enhanced through cultural and tourist itineraries that will connect the two monuments, highlighting their visual and historical dialogue through events, exhibitions, and shared initiatives. At the same time, the valorization of the ancient urban fabric — from Piazza Umberto I to Largo Giannotti, Piazza Toniolo, the former Flavio Giugno markets and Via De Anellis, up to the S workshop. Domenico and at the S. Center. Agostino — will promote integration between the center and the periphery, strengthening culture, accessibility and sociality.
Finally, the redevelopment of Corso Cavour, the city’s historic and vital axis, will be crucial. It connects the Palazzo to the outskirts, passing through Villa Comunale, the Central Station, and the new urban park of Largo Appiani.
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