picture of the Passari Towers in Molfetta

The imposing Passari Tower of Molfetta, a 16th-century watchtower erected to defend the Apulian coast from Saracen raids. This massive cylindrical structure, among the best preserved on the Adriatic coast, bears witness to the coastal defense system of the Kingdom of Naples. The tower dominates the coastline offering a glimpse into the maritime history of the territory.

Passari Tower, Molfetta, coastal tower, 16th century, Saracen defense, Apulia, military architecture, Adriatic Sea