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National Archaeological Museum of Taranto MArTA and its collection
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The National Archaeological Museum of Taranto, also known as MArTA, is a museum that focuses on the history of Taranto and the Apulian world. The museum's collections span from the prehistoric period to the High Middle Ages, providing a comprehensive overview of the region's history and culture during these periods.
The Museum's Location and Architecture
The National Archaeological Museum of Taranto was founded in 1887 and is located in the convent of the Alcantarini, also known as San Pasquale. The museum's neoclassical facade, which was constructed in 1903, is the work of the renowned architect Guglielmo Calderini.
The Museum's Collections
The first floor of the National Archaeological Museum of Taranto houses the Greco-Roman section, which provides insights into the Tarantine society. The second floor, which was inaugurated in the summer of 2016, is dedicated to the prehistoric section of the Paleolithic and Bronze Age in the Puglia region. These collections offer a deep dive into the region's past, from ancient civilizations to the early stages of human history.
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FRMusée archéologique national de Tarente
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