Manduria
Manduria, town, Puglia (Apulia) regione, southeastern Italy. Of pre-Roman origin, it is the site of a well that was probably a pagan sanctuary and was named for Pliny the Elder, who mentioned it in his writings. The Imperiali and Giannuzzi palaces are notable monuments; the town’s cathedral has a facade dating from 1532. Stockbreeding and farming are the economic mainstays. Pop. (2006 est.) mun., 31,811.
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Article Title:
Manduria
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
13 May 2012
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November 14, 2026