Naples is the birthplace of pizza and gangs, a resort with beaches and a place of historical riches. The active volcano Vesuvius gives a special flavor to this city, at the foot of which all the buildings are scattered. The historical center is strewn with palaces, temples, galleries along and across. Several castles and almost five hundred churches have survived here.
Naples is rich in many historic underground catacombs, which make an indelible impression on visitors with their mystery and reveal true historical data. Museums displaying the works of artists from one of the best Neapolitan schools in Europe are of particular value.
Top 5 places to visit in and around Naples
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The intense energy of Naples is imprinted in its history, architecture and attractions. There are so many interesting things here that the eyes run up. In order not to miss the most worthwhile and interesting, we offer you the five most striking places in Naples.
Vesuvius National Reserve
Vesuvius is the oldest and most dangerous volcano located in Europe. It is located fifteen kilometers from the city. The largest reserve is located here, which tourists can see on their own in 1 day, choosing any of the routes they like. The ascent to the crater is carried out on its own, since the cable car was destroyed during the last eruption.
A ticket to the nature reserve for adults costs eight euros, for children over eight years old - five euros. The point of sale of tickets is located in Ercolano and is open all the time, except for those days when climbing the volcano, according to seismologists, is considered dangerous. There are souvenir shops and eateries here.
The opening hours of the most interesting and dangerous place are as follows: November - February from nine to three o'clock, March to four o'clock, April - June to five o'clock, July - August until six o'clock, October - up to four o'clock.
You can get to the dormant volcano as follows:
- by car on the A3 motorway to Torre del Greco or Ercolano;
- by train from Naples Central Station (a ticket costs about three euros, travel time is about fifteen minutes). From the Ercolano-Scavi railway station there are minibuses that will take you to the active volcano in thirty minutes;
- by bus from EAVBUS from Piedigrotta square at nine and ten fifteen in the morning. In an hour and a half you will be in the National Park. You can return to the city at half past twelve or at two in the afternoon. The ticket will cost eight euros.
Vesuvius is the most dangerous active volcano in Europe.
Archaeological site of Pompeii
The rich city of the Roman Empire, buried in the lava and ash of Vesuvius in the seventy-ninth year. It is located near Naples and is considered an open-air museum, included in the UNESCO heritage list. Many buildings in the city have been preserved perfectly due to ash conservation.
These include:
- Amphitheater- is considered the most ancient (eighties BC), once accommodated twenty thousand people, sports events were held on the large palette;
- Forum- a community center that can accommodate the entire population of the city;
- temple of apollo- the oldest religious building, erected five hundred years BC, has two surviving columns;
- Surgeon's House- erected in the fourth century BC, the most ancient instruments for surgical intervention were found here;
- House of the Faun- the most luxurious building in Pompey, decorated with luxurious frescoes;
- House of the Tragic Poet- a building of the second century BC in the Roman style, famous for its mosaic floors, beautiful frescoes;
- lupanarium- famous for erotic frescoes;
- terms;
- bakeries with hand mills;
- factories engaged in wool dressing, spinning, weaving.
You can get to the unique complex by train for four euros (station Pompeii-Scavi-Villa dei Misteri). Delivery by SITA bus costs about the same. Travel time in both variants is forty minutes. The very same walk around Pompeii will take at least four hours. It will be very interesting and educational for your children. The fascinating journey into the past is worth eighteen euros.
Both cities can be seen in 2 days. Herculaneum is not so impressive in size, but it amazes with a huge number of historical artifacts. The express acquaintance with the ancient history in the preserved cities will take a day.
Royal Palace
It was the residence of the rulers. Our compatriots will be interested in the statues "Horse Tamers" presented two centuries ago by Tsar Nicholas I of Russia to Ferdinand II. The palace houses a museum of historical apartments. The most luxurious are the following halls:
- Throne;
- Central;
- Hercules.
They will delight you not only with lush decoration, but also with a large list of famous paintings. The address of the palace is Piazza del Plebiscito, 33, 80132 (Chiaia district). Opening hours from nine in the morning to eight in the evening, except Wednesday. The duration of the tour is a little over an hour, the ticket costs eight euros.
Castle of Castel del Ovo
The oldest building of the castle type in the city. It is believed that the beginning of Naples was laid in this place. It is located on an island called Santa Lucia (Tyrrhenian Sea). The majestic building previously served as a family estate, a defensive fortress, and a prison. Now it is a very interesting museum.
The name of the castle in translation sounds like "Egg Castle". According to one version, this is because it has an unusual oval shape. According to the second, more romantic, because of the egg, which the poet of Ancient Rome Virgil hid in one of the rooms of the castle.
There is an excellent observation deck in the armory yard, offering beautiful views of the bay. The castle complex is open from 8 am to 7 pm on weekdays, from 8 am to 2 pm on weekends and holidays. Located in the same area as the Royal Palace (Via Eldorado 3, 80132), allowing you to combine two excursions. You can get to this place by bus number 25 (Via Partenope stop). The entrance is free.
Castel is one of the oldest structures in Naples.
National Archaeological Museum
A popular tourist destination containing one of the richest collections of art from Ancient Rome. Here, floor and wall mosaics, objects of Egyptian art, coins, medals of antiquity and the Middle Ages, ancient frescoes, precious jewelry of the Renaissance, sculptures from bronze will be presented to your eyes.
The museum complex is open every day except Tuesday from nine in the morning until half past seven in the evening. A ticket entitling you to visit costs eight to twelve euros.
The address of the richest halls and exhibitions: Piazza Museo, 19, 80135. It is convenient to get here by metro (line 1 - Museo station, line 2 - Cavour).
An independent acquaintance with underground Naples
It will take more than one day to learn all the secrets of the underground city. Digging underground cavities began in the Greco-Roman period, thus obtaining building material. Thanks to the extraction of tuff, there are the following objects under the city:
- communications network;
- water pipes;
- catacombs;
- caves;
- tunnels;
- burial places.
A journey to a depth of forty meters costs eight euros. You can enter there from ten in the morning, the last descent is at four in the evening with a group of tourists under the guidance of a guide, so as not to get lost. Tourists are led down every hour. The entrance to the catacomb is the crypt of the Basilica of Santa Maria della Sanita (Via Discesa Sanità, 14, 80136).
Many of those who have just heard about the Italian city of Naples love the famous Neapolitan songs, expressive, temperamental, full of passionate sensuality and subtle lyricism. Such enchanting melodies can only be created by a people who are not afraid to live in the neighborhood of the formidable Vesuvius, every century reminding of its existence with dangerous eruptions. Neapolitan dances are just as expressive, temperamental and graceful as the Neapolitans themselves. From the moment the city was founded by the ancient Greeks (8th century BC), Naples became part of different empires and kingdoms, until the state of Italy was formed in 1860. Now it is the third largest Italian city with a population of one million, in the vicinity of which another 2 million people live. Let's talk about the main attractions of Naples.
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The magnificent palace-museum stands just above the catacombs of San Gennaro. This pompous building, designed by the renowned architect Medrano, was built as a summer palace for Charles of Bourbon (1738). Today the palace is a repository of magnificent art treasures, collections of noble families of the past: the Dukes of Farnese, Borgia, Avalos, Mary of Saxony. Here are the paintings of the great masters of the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
Among them are the masterpieces of Botticelli "Madonna and Child with 2 Angels", Titian "Danae", Raphael "Madonna Divina amore" and other equally famous canvases. The true gem of the museum is the porcelain cabinet, which contains rare specimens of fine items from the finest porcelain that belonged to Mary of Saxony and other aristocrats of Italy. The variety of the porcelain collection delights with beauty, craftsmanship and craftsmanship. It is worth coming here as a sign of worship to the beautiful creations of mankind.
Piazza del Plebiscita
This is the largest square in Naples, striking everyone with its scale and majestic architectural setting. It is here that the famous Royal Palace with statues of the Neapolitan rulers is located. Opposite the palace is the Church of St. Francis of Paolan, a magnificent neoclassical building erected on the initiative of Ferdinand I. With its appearance with a semicircular colonnade on the sides, the church resembles the Cathedral of St. Peter in Rome, and the large round dome and triangular tympanum is the Roman Pantheon.
The center of the square is marked by a bronze statue of King Victor Emmanuel, who united Italy. He sits on a mighty horse in a victorious pose. The statue is installed on a monumental pedestal depicting the symbol of Naples - the mythical siren Parthenola. The square receives crowds of tourists every day, scrutinizing the sights and spectators of the San Carlo Opera House.
Theater "San Carlo"
It is no coincidence that the oldest opera house in Europe was opened in 1737 in Naples, where everything is imbued with the sounds of Neapolitan folk songs. The building of the Teatro San Carlo was built to replace the old San Bartolomeo (1621) under the ambitious King Charles VII of Bourbon. The opening of the new luxurious theater took place on the day of the king's name day and was marked by the staging of Sarro's opera Achilles on Skyros. Over the years of its existence, all the famous operas of the world have passed on the stage of the theater, many eminent performers sang, the virtuosos of world ballet shone. The stunning interiors of the theater halls are attracting the same attention as the outstanding opera performances that rival the mastery of the Milan Opera.
Herculaneum
Herculaneum, or Ercolano, is an ancient city buried under the lava of Vesuvius. The ruins of the city were included in the UNESCO heritage list. From the town of Torre del Greco to the ruins there is a so-called. the golden mile is the road on which the picturesque villas of the 18th century are located. The ruins of the ancient city are located 10 km from Naples. You can get there by train from Naples to Sorrento or the route to Pogjomarino. Ercolano-Scavi station is located 700m from the ruins of the city.
Opening hours:
- in summer - from the beginning of April to the end of October 8.30 am - 7.30 pm
- In winter - from the beginning of November to the end of March 8.30 - 17.00
Entry tickets:
Three days - visiting 5 attractions: Pompeii, Oplontis, Herculaneum, Boscoreale, Stabiae will cost € 22.00.
One day - visit to one Herculaneum € 11. First Sunday of the month admission is free.
Basilica of San Francesco di Paola
This monumental basilica, more reminiscent of the Roman Pantheon than a Catholic temple, appeared in the heart of Naples in the 19th century. Built by the architect Bianchi at the behest of King Ferdinand I, nowadays it attracts crowds of tourists. And it is not surprising, because it is located in the center of all tourist routes - on Plebiscite Square, next to the Royal Palace.
The majestic building, framed by a colonnade, crowned with a 35-meter dome, cannot fail to delight with its exterior. However, the interior of the temple is also done with royal generosity. There are sculptures of saints and members of the royal dynasty, and frescoes, and canvases by famous and unknown artists, and of course, the main decoration of the basilica is the 17th century altar inlaid with precious stones.
The entrance to San Francesco di Paola is free. Visiting hours are from 8:30 to 19:30 all week, seven days a week.
Chapel of San Severo
In the past it was a private chapel and part-time tomb of the San Severo family. Now - a museum that has collected the works of the greatest sculptors and artists of Italy. Many legends and mystical stories reign around it. The temple was founded in honor of the appearance of the image of the Virgin Mary on the site of the collapsed wall. Subsequently, it was rebuilt several times until Count Raimondo de Sangro finished work on it in the 18th century.
For tourists, the chapel is interesting for the abundance of sculptures and frescoes. The painted ceiling is striking, which during its existence has not lost the brightness of colors.
The most famous sculpture, one might say the pearl of the San Severo Chapel, is Christ under the Shroud. The incredible subtlety of the work, the precision of the details, the "weightlessness" of the matter covering the body of the saint amazes to the depths of the soul.
The entrance ticket costs € 7; children from 10 to 25 years old € 5; children under 9 years old are free. Open for visits 7 days a week from 9:30 to 18:30.
Santa chiara
The archeology museum, monastery and ancient tombs are all a religious complex of wondrous beauty called Santa Chiara in the city of Naples. The cathedral was rebuilt several times, erected in the XIV century in the style of Provencal Gothic, and subsequently rebuilt in the Baroque style. And during the Second World War it was completely destroyed by bombing. In the middle of the last century, craftsmen recreated this architectural monument bit by bit. Here, visitors will certainly love the majolica columns, benches decorated with mosaics, paintings depicting the life of the Neapolitans in bright colors under the shade of citrus trees.
Open for visits on weekdays from 8:30 to 17:30, on weekends from 10:00 to 14. The cost of visiting the garden (entrance to the church is free) - € 6, disabled people and children under 7 years old admission is free.
Initially, the building was built as the University of Naples, later transferred to the Bourbon Museum, library, and finally has survived to this day as an extensive exhibition, consisting of 15 rooms. The Museum of Archeology has collected the most valuable exhibits of the history of Italy in particular and Rome in general. Here you will find exhibits that have been perfectly preserved for 2500 years. So on the third floor you will find artifacts found during excavations of the ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under the lava of Vesuvius. Also here is a model of Pompeii on a scale of 1: 100 and the hall of "Magna Graecia".
The second floor is dedicated to the collection of numismatics and mosaics. Also here you will find the "Secret Cabinet" - a hall of erotic art. Ground floor - collection of sculptures of the Farnese royal family and the Egyptian hall.
Opening hours from 9:00 to 19:30.
Ticket price € 12; children under 18 years old admission is free. 1st Sunday of the month admission is free.
Fontanelle cemetery
The oldest pagan necropolis in the vicinity of Naples, which later grew into a huge crypt in a cave, which stores the remains of the poor inhabitants of Naples, victims of epidemics and serious diseases. Three large galleries make up this "city of the dead", by analogy with traditional churches, they are called naves:
The nave of the priests contains the remains transported from the holy places, it is on the left. On the right is the nave of the beggars, and the central hall is called the nave of the plague.
The Neapolitans hold ceremonies, offerings here, ask the dead for help and support. After all, following the beliefs of the souls of unidentified people whose remains are kept by the catacombs of Fontanelle cannot get out of purgatory, and are ready to help any person in his request in exchange for eternal rest. The "cult of skulls" chills your skin, in this unusual, mystical place, among the wooden crypts, similar to birdhouses and improvised crypts, you begin to feel the frailty of life in a different way.
Opening hours from 10:00 to 17:00. The cost of the entrance ticket is 7 €.
Catacombs of San Gaudioso
Another cemetery in the catacombs is located in the Sanita quarter. These are early Christian underground burials located right below the church of Santa Maria della Sanita. There is also a ticket office where you can buy tickets for an excursion to the catacombs. Here, in the branched corridors, you will find many loculi in several rows with the buried remains of local residents. And arkosolii - niches for the burial of respected people and wealthy citizens.
Frescoes and mosaics on the walls will tell about the people buried here, stories from the lives of saints. Although the catacombs suffered irreversible changes due to their age, most of the tombs and altars are still open to tourists. Tombs of St. Gaudiosa and St. Nostiana is decorated with frescoes and mosaics from the 5th – 6th centuries. This is perhaps the oldest part of the San Gaudioso catacombs. The remains of the great martyr Soziy are also kept here.
Time of excursions: from Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 17:00 every hour; Sunday from 10:00 to 13:00. The cost of a ticket for visiting the Catacombs of San Gaudisio and the Catacombs of San Gennaro is € 7, a child ticket is € 5, children under 6 years old and the disabled are entitled to free admission.
Naples is often viewed only as a transit point on the way to nearby seaside resorts (by the way, more about them). Also, they often come here for one day from Rome. However, in our opinion, Naples and its surroundings deserve more. Moreover, Naples itself deserves more, acquaintance with which you should devote at least two or three full days, and the surrounding Campania region, which is quite convenient to travel around, based in Naples.
However, before proceeding with the description of the routes of travel from Naples, we will make a few reservations regarding transport. Campania is a southern region with all the characteristics of the Italian south. Despite the fact that many of Campania's attractions can be reached by rail (hereinafter see www.trenitalia.com and www.eavsrl.it) or by other means of public transport (they will be discussed later), you need to understand that the local public transport is not punctual, both for objective and subjective reasons. You should be prepared for the fact that sometimes it takes more time on the road than you expect. Railway transport is more reliable from this point of view, but delays are more frequent with buses and ferries. If you are planning to travel in a rented car (see www.rentalcars.com, www.economybookings.com, etc.), then keep in mind that the roads of Campania are loaded to the eyeballs during the height of the summer season, and you are unlikely to be able to avoid traffic jams ( especially in Naples itself and on the narrow roads of the Amalfitana).
Now let's get down to the most important thing. So, where to go from Naples for one day.
Pompeii(Pompei) Perhaps the first thing that comes to mind when you start to draw up travel itineraries around Naples. There is no need to explain why to go to Pompeii - this place is already on everyone's lips.
There are several ways to get to Pompeii from Naples. It is usually advised to take the Circumvesuviana railway (see www.eavsrl.it) to the Pompei Scavi - Villa Misteri station, from where it is literally a few steps to the entrance to the archaeological park. From Naples, the corresponding trains leave from Porta Nolana station and then follow the Piazza Garibaldi station, which is near Napoli Central Station (Napoli Centrale). The journey takes about 25–45 minutes. The schedule can be found at the above link. But there are other possibilities as well. Due to the fact that the Naples city transport system is partially integrated with the Trenitalia railway network, Pompeii can be reached directly from stations such as Piazza Cavour, Napoli Montesanto and Piazza Amedeo, which is much more convenient if you live somewhere nearby. (The question of where to stay in Naples is discussed in detail in the corresponding article.) The journey in this case takes a little longer, but you do not need to make changes (see the schedule at www.trenitalia.com). Trains arrive in the new part of Pompeii (Pompei station), but from there it is not far from the archaeological site - only 5-10 minutes on foot.
Not far from Pompeii, you can find many more interesting places from the point of view of archeology. One of them is the town Torre Annunziata - ancient Oplontis(Oplontis)... It is worth visiting Villa di Poppea with its impressive frescoes. From Pompeii, drive no more than 5 minutes: along the Circumvesuviana - to the Torre Annunziata station, by Trenitalia trains - to the Torre Annunziata Città station.
Vesuvius(Vesuvio) another iconic place in the immediate vicinity of Naples. It was as a result of its eruption that Pompeii turned into ruins so popular today. Everyone knows that. Is it any wonder that thousands of travelers flock here, dreaming to look into the mouth of that very volcano. However, even if the crater of Vesuvius does not attract you very much, it is still worth climbing to the top of the volcano - the views from there are magnificent.
You can get from Naples to Vesuvius with a transfer in Pompeii and Boscoreale (see busviadelvesuvio.com). Thus, it is quite possible to combine a visit to Pompeii and an excursion to Vesuvius within one trip. Another way (both faster and cheaper) is to take the Circumvesuviana from Naples to Herculaneum (Ercolano Scavi station), and continue on the Vesuvio 's Express bus (see www.vesuvioexpress.info). the summit of the volcano will have to be overcome on foot (walk about half an hour or an hour, depending on the degree of physical fitness). Herculaneum(Ercolano) like Pompeii, it boasts an excellent archaeological park, which is also worth a visit.
If you are interested in all kinds of antiquities, then in addition to Pompeii, Oplontis and Herculaneum, it makes sense to go to Paestum(Paestum), also known under the more ancient name - Poseidonia. There are also plenty of Roman ruins here (for example, the remains of an amphitheater and a forum), but the most interesting thing is the ancient Greek temples. For their venerable age, they have been preserved very, very well. It is worth seeing them without a doubt. The archaeological museum of Paestum is also of interest, where you can find unique antique paintings.
It is convenient to get from Naples to Paestum by the Trenitalia trains. Drive approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Napoli Centrale train station.
If Paestum is not enough for you, then on the way back to Naples you can also drop by Salerno(Salerno)... This city is rarely seen as a must-see and is usually associated with the port located here. But do not forget about the deep historical roots of Salerno. For example, it is in the Salerno Duomo that the relics of the Evangelist Matthew rest, and the local Minerva Garden is considered one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world (although, according to UNESCO, the oldest botanical garden is still located in Padua). In a word, it will be interesting to stroll through the streets of Salerno and see its sights. Moreover, Salerno, in our opinion, is quite worthy to come here separately, since Naples is a little more than half an hour away by rail (by the way, about the same from Salerno to Paestum).
Amalfi Coast, or Amalfitana(Costiera Amalfitana), - one more place, which is simply impossible to ignore. Here, on the steep rocky slopes, an incredible number of picturesque towns and villages are concentrated. The main points of attraction are actually Amalfi plus Positano, Praiano, Maiori, Minori and Vietri sul Mare... In general, you can sprinkle with names here endlessly, which is completely useless in the context of day trips from Naples. It is unrealistic to do everything in one day, here even a week will not be enough. However, when planning a day trip, it makes sense to pick two or three points and focus on them.
If you are visiting the Amalfi Coast for the first time, then perhaps the preference should be given to Amalfi and Positano, complementing your visit to these two cities with walks in the surroundings. For example, from Amalfi you can walk to the village Atrani, and not far from Positano - along the famous Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei)... True, in the case of the Path of the Gods, it is better to choose Bomerano or Praiano, from where it is much more convenient to go in the direction of Positano than vice versa. In general, there are a great many walking routes along the Amalfitana. This is a topic for a separate article.
There are different ways to get to the Amalfi Coast from Naples. Perhaps the fastest of them is to go through Salerno: first by rail (you can get to Salerno directly from Napoli Centrale train station, and from Napoli Montesanto, and from other stations), and then by bus. Buses to Amalfi leave directly from Salerno Train Station (see www.sitasudtrasporti.it). At the same time, you can buy a Unicocostiera ticket for 24 hours and move freely between the numerous towns and villages of Amalfitana. You can also get to Amalfi by direct bus from Naples (see the above link for the schedule). In addition, there are water links between the cities of the Amalfi Coast (see www.travelmar.it, www.coopsantandrea.com and www.navlib.it).
Since we are talking about water transport, it's time to talk about the islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida, which deserve no less attention than Amalfitana.
The largest of them is Ischia(Ischia), where you can easily spend not just one day, but a week or a month. Ischia is famous both as a beach and as a thermal resort, which attracts retirees from all over Europe. However, even for those who are far from retirement, Ischia has its own entertainment: at least, there are discos and nightclubs (primarily in the main city of the island - Ischia of the same name). You can get from Naples to Ischia by resorting to the services of a number of companies. Here are the main ones:
Sail, depending on the type of vessel, approximately 40 minutes to two hours.
Ischia Island Procida(Procida) noticeably less, but also of interest, however, rather not as a resort and not as a tourist attraction, but as a place to walk around and think about the meaning of life (well, or something less sophisticated). In general, for the sake of broadening one's horizons, it is quite possible to get here for half a day or a day, since it is not far from Naples (see the above sites).
As for Capri(Capri), then this island has been chosen by tourists for a long time. It is beautiful and there are attractions: first of all, natural beauty and numerous villas. In short, there is something to see. The sail to Capri is about the same as to Ischia (see all the same sites).
Another favorite place for tourists is Sorrento(Sorrento)... This city, in general, can be considered as an alternative to Naples in terms of travel around Campania (by the way, like Salerno, discussed above). From here it is convenient to get to Pompeii, to Amalfitana and to the islands discussed above. But you can go to Sorrento and half a day from Naples. It is interesting to wander the streets of this resort town, although, perhaps, there are no must-see sights here. In this sense, the same Salerno is in no way inferior (and, possibly, superior) to Sorrento.
It is convenient to get to Sorrento from Naples using the Circumvesuviana railway mentioned above. Drive a little over an hour. You can also get there by water transport (this is more expensive) or by bus (this is longer).
Finally, let's say a few words about Caserta. Caserta(Caserta) notable for its palace and park ensemble. The summer royal residence was located here, and it is clear from the scale that at one time the Kingdom of Naples was clearly not poor. (For example, it was in the Kingdom of Naples that the first railway in Italy appeared.) Now Naples in its development is noticeably inferior to the northern Italian cities. Dirt, rubbish, shabby buildings - all this is enough in Naples, and in Campania in general. In Caserta, one can clearly feel the former greatness of Naples, and, perhaps, this is its main value.
You can get to Caserta from Naples by Trenitalia trains in just 30-40 minutes. The palace is literally a few steps from the Caserta train station. A little further you can find a pretty medieval town Casertavecchia(Casertavecchia, i.e. Old Caserta)... You can get there by buses # 103 and # 108 (see www.clpbus.it).
At this point, we will consider the overview of travel routes from Naples complete. Although, of course, if you wish, you can outline many more interesting directions. Still, despite some sloppiness and disorganization, Campania is an amazingly beautiful and rich in sights region.
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Are you dreaming of going to Naples? Sights, photos and descriptions of which you see below, be sure to visit if possible. The ancient Greeks called it "New City", that is, Naples. This beautiful place in the south of Italy appeared in the VIII century. BC.
Naples is the third major city in Italy after Milan and Rome. The city has 1 million inhabitants, with the suburbs - 3 million.
Vesuvius is an active volcano, the only one of its kind in Europe. Tourists hike despite the occasional smoke from the crater. Gardens with rich harvests spread on the slopes. At the discretion of each, 9 routes have been developed, but they are all walking. The lifts were destroyed by the last eruption and are not yet repaired.
The reserve has been operating since 1995. You can visit it too. ...
From natural attractions, see the Gulf of Naples, the local port, the island of Ischia, the Solfatara volcano.
The royal residence was built in the 17th century and is intended for the royal persons from the Bourbon dynasty. The project was directed by Domenico Fontana, but since its inception, the palace has been restored and changed many times.
Tourists here see the National Library of Naples and the Royal Apartments Museum. ...
The famous ancient Roman city was covered with ash after the next eruption of Vesuvius. It is a UNESCO-listed outdoor museum.
Archaeological excavations were carried out in 1748. Since then, researchers have been discovering something new for the world about this once flourishing city. Archaeologist Giuseppe Fiorelli managed to reconstruct the poses of the dead by casting them in plaster. The work was done back in the 19th century. Now they are engaged in supporting restoration. ...
From the beautiful settlements, take pictures of Sant'Agata de Goti, Villa of Miracles, Spanish Quarter, Amalfi Coast, Admiral Ferdinando Acton Street.
Today the cathedral is called the Cathedral of the Assumption of St. Mary, but the complex is famous for St. Januarius, who lived in the Middle Ages. Here tourists look at a vessel with the blood of that very Januarius. The peculiarity is that the blood boils twice a year. No one can explain the phenomenon, but if events do not take place, believers see this as a misfortune. Thus, the blood of Saint Januarius invisibly foreshadowed the plague of 1572 and the earthquake of 1979. ...
A place where archaeological finds from Herculaneum, Pompeii and other ancient cities are brought for exhibitions. On the first floor there is an antique sculpture, on the second - the historical collections of the city. ...
Castel del Ovo is a castle on the island of Santa Lucia. The architectural structure has managed to visit an estate since ancient times, a fortress, a prison and, finally, a museum. Translated from the Italian "Castel del Ovo" - "Egg Castle". It was here that the ancient Greeks laid the first stones of the future Naples. ...
Underground Naples (Napoli Sotteranea) - a network of catacombs of San Gennaro, San Gaudioso, San Severo. The tunnels were rebuilt during the time of Ancient Greece, but every century the networks expanded and supplemented.
Museum with art galleries. The palace was originally built as a summer residence for Carl Bourbon. Since 1783, under the bowels of the building, ancient catacombs have been discovered that have existed since the second century. The body of Saint Januarius was once buried here.
Having seen enough of the ancient burials, it is worth looking into the galleries to admire the masterpieces of world art from the private collections of Bordia and Farnese. Unique examples of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance are kept here: Titian, Bellini, Masaccio, Caravaggio, El Greco, etc.
Visit also the bridge on the Gaiola island, the Albatross farm, the Murat monument, the Umberto gallery.
Municipal Square is the central part of Naples and the largest square in the city. From here, tourists begin sightseeing: the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Francis of Paolans, the equestrian statue of Victor Emmanuel II and a square with a calendar made of fresh flowers. The date on the calendar changes every day. ...
Also visit Piazza del Mercato and San Domenico Maggiore.
Santa Chiara is also known as the Church of St. Clara of Assisi. Here they look at the monastery, the tomb of the kings from the Anjou dynasty and the museum of archeology. The monastery was built in the XIV century, but later it was rebuilt and reconstructed.
This place is loved by the locals: according to legend, those who are married in the monastery will live happily, without separation and poverty. ...
You will also be interested in the Carthusian Monastery of St. Martin and the Church of St. Ferdinand.
The opera house is tightly adjacent to the royal palace. The idea was that the king (Charles VII of Bourbon) could immediately get into his chambers. This is one of the oldest European theaters that has never interrupted its work. ...
For shopping, go to the Mariano Rubinacci boutique, the Marinella ′ S tie shop, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Armani, and you can eat in the restaurants Don Alfonso, Il Comandante, Don Salvatore, Mimi Alla Ferovia, Chiro a Santa Brigia ”,“ La Barric al Gallo Nero ”,“ La Stanza del Gusto ”,“ Ettore ”,“ Dora ”and pizzerias“ La Noticia 94 ”,“ La Noticia 53 ”,“ Gino Sorbillo ”,“ Port'Alba ” ...
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City of Naples (Italy)
Old city Naples joined Italy in 1861. Much of modern Naples was built under the Mussolini regime, as well as during the rebuilding after the bombing of World War II.
How to get there
Naples has an international airport called Capodichino. So far, you can only get from the airport to the city by bus, which has only two stops: Stazione Centrale (central station) and Piazza Municipio. The railway communication is developed almost immediately by all major cities of Italy. Naples is connected to Rome by the A1 motorway. Motorways in Italy are toll.
The city is a major port. Ferries and large passenger ships connect Naples with Sicily, Sardinia, Tunisia and Corsica.
To get around the city, you can use the metro, trams and buses.
Shopping and shopping
Naples is famous for its markets and a huge number of small shops.
The largest and most interesting shopping districts:
- La Torretta Market, located near the US Embassy. Here you can buy a variety of fresh produce, cheeses and meats.
- Via San Gregorio Armeno is a narrow alley in the center of Naples with traditional Neapolitan goods and souvenirs.
- Poggioreale Market is the largest market in the city (over 500 retail outlets).
- Antiques Market - located on the Naples waterfront. Here you can buy antiques.
Food and drink
Naples is the gastronomic capital of Southern Italy. It is believed that the first pizza began to be made here. Neapolitan pizza has a thicker crust. For “real Neapolitan pizza,” head to Pizzeria Brandi, where the margarita pizza was “born”. Excellent pizza is also available in the Via dei Tribunali area. Finding a good pizzeria is easy enough. Step back a bit from the popular tourist routes. See if there are many locals in this establishment. If so, you can safely order there.
Neapolitan cuisine also includes many seafood dishes, pasta with various sauces. Popular drinks include coffee, wine and the famous limoncella.
sights
Throughout history, Naples has witnessed fierce battles and many civilizations have sought to conquer it. Greeks, Romans, Spaniards, French, each of these peoples left their mark. Here, on narrow streets among old buildings, ancient sights, ancient churches, real history has frozen.
Pompeii is a legendary ancient city that was destroyed during the devastating eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD at the height of its power. Despite the lava flows and tons of ash that buried the city and its inhabitants, it has been preserved in a fantastic state.
Pompeii is a vast ruin. Here are preserved roads, walls of houses, fragments of a temple, public buildings and even frescoes in some houses. The most interesting places are the ruins of the amphitheater, Roman theaters, baths, the vicinity of the Forum, the temples of Apollo and Jupiter. Pompeii was a fairly large and developed city at that time. Even now, excavations here are not completely completed. And among all sorts of archaeological finds, there are fossilized remains of unfortunate people, the last inhabitants of Pompeii.
Herculaneum is another city destroyed by Vesuvius. Despite the fact that he was further from the awakened volcano than Pompeii, this did not save him. Herculaneum is actually much better preserved. Some buildings still have some timber structures, frames and roofing. Interesting sights of these ruins are the Villa Papiri and the house of Argus, in which beautiful frescoes and wall paintings have survived.
San Gennaro - a network of catacombs located in the northern part of Naples near the church dell "Incoronata. The catacombs are a network of tunnels and passages with ancient tombs. They have two levels:
- the lower floor contains over 3000 burials. It is dimly lit to give it a slightly eerie atmosphere.
- the upper level is more spacious and luminous. Contains many detailed murals and paintings.
Castel Nuovo is one of the symbols of Naples, a huge and mighty medieval castle located on the shores of the Gulf of Naples in the immediate vicinity of the famous Piazza del Plebiscito. The castle is a fortress with 5 powerful towers. The Arc de Triomphe of the early Renaissance is the entrance. Castel Nuovo was built in the 13th century and was the seat of the kings and governors of Naples. It now houses a city museum with various collections and paintings with an emphasis on 19th century Italian painting.
Castel del Ovo Castel dell'Ovo is a stunning medieval castle on the island. It is the oldest surviving fortification in Naples. The date of the foundation of the fortress dates back to the 6th century. Castel del Ovo is currently open to the public.
Piazza del Plebescito is the most famous square in Naples. This vast open space is filled with important buildings and statues: the royal courtyard and the colonnaded Basilica Royal (or rather San Francesco di Paola, built in the 19th century after the model of the Pantheon), the Palazzo Salerno, the prefectural palace and the statue dedicated to Charles III, king Spain.
The Duomo is the cathedral and the most important temple in Naples. Built in the 13th century by Charles I of Anjou on the foundations of ancient churches. This religious building combines many styles including Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque. The cathedral has a large central tower and many decorative sculptures and other decorations.
San Domenico Maggiore is an unusual church founded by Dominican monks in the 14th century. Located in the center of the old town of Naples, close to the university and Dante metro station. Despite the rather expressionless façade, the inside of the basilica is simply striking: Renaissance works of art, sculptures and decorations, a gold-plated panel ceiling and a stunning altar.
San Severo is a small chapel from the 16th century. Although this chapel is quite simple and unassuming on the outside, the interior is very impressive and is a real highlight. The chapel contains a huge amount of art and several famous sculptures. The ceiling is decorated with a magnificent fresco. The centerpiece is the beautiful statue of the Intercession of Christ by Giuseppe Sanmartino.
Palazzo Reale is a stunning royal palace located in Piazza del Plebiscito. The façade of this building has a symmetrical series of dark bezels and multiple windows to create a formal and imposing look. In the niches of the palace there are 12 statues of the kings and rulers of Naples. Inside the palace there are many luxurious rooms with rich interiors.
Santa Lucia is an area west of Piazza del Plebiscito with many narrow cobbled streets that run down to the sea and offer many craft shops, restaurants, cafes and shops. A piece of real Naples and its atmosphere.
