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Foggia sits at the center
of the 'Tavoliere' flat plain
in north Puglia and has always
been an important crossroads.
Five main agricultural centers
serve the plain and they offer
a notable contrast to the
Gargano area we have highlighted.
They are Lucera, Troia, Bovino,
Ascoli Satriano and Cerignola.
Visitors to Lucera and Troia
should look out for the local
olive oil and DOC wine 'Cacc'è
mmitte'.
Bovino lives up to its name
with its production of lean
sausages and hams while the
area of Ascoli Satriano and
Cerignola is noted for its
grain production as well as
a DOC red.
Foggia's cultural peak was
reached in 15th century following
a period of rule by Frederick
II who liked to hunt in the
nearby forest.
From the 16th century it
declined, was sacked by the
French, rebelled to no effect
against the Spanish and was
virtually destroyed by an
earthquake in 1731.
The Civic Museum chronicles
this history and is part of
a number of itineraries suggested
by the Comune di Foggia on
their colorful website.
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