Things to see and do Campania

Splendid collection of local ceramics and exhibition of many artists in the region, creators of works on mixed materials.

To enjoy with the small and large attractions of the largest amusement park in southern Italy.

th century palace built by a wealthy Florentine merchant, Angelo Como, very introduced to the courtyard of the Aragonese. During World War II, many works of art will unfortunately be destroyed by fire. In 1948, however, the museum was reconstructed and the fund was replenished thanks to the saved works of fire, gifts and private collections. Works by Botticelli, Du, Ribera, Luca Giordano and Francesco Solimena.

Located in the same neighbourhood as the catacombs, it is made up of three large cellars of tufa, where thousands of human skulls and bones are conserved, finally covered with land during the great plague which hit Naples in 1656. Two centuries later, these vaults will be reopened to the public. A strange cult, between Christianity and Idolatry, developed in many of the Neapolitan families.

The Circolo Alpino Italiano is a cultural center located in Naples. It offers various mountain-related activities, such as excursions and mountaineering. The Circolo Alpino Italiano website provides detailed information on upcoming activities and events. The Circolo Alpino Italiano also offers training courses for tour leaders.

Located in the heart of the ancient Greek city, the Carafa Palace - the grand Neapolitan nobility - dates from the 1466 th century () and blends Gothic and Catalan style. Note the beautiful marble portal and the bas-reliefs of the door presenting the arms of the Carafa family. Superb interior courtyard. The sculptures come from the collection of Carafa, art lovers… Today, the palace houses a B & B.

Via Posillipo aligns its beautiful villas and gardens. At the end of this long artery, which runs along the sea to the southwest of Naples, we reach the village of Marechiaro - picturesque fishing village - and the small nearby island, Nisida (ancient volcanic crater).

In the heart of the Sanità district, a zone for burial in Greco-Roman times, these underground galleries will be expanded around the grave of San Gaudioso, persecuted by the Vandals. See frescoes of various ages, each representing and honouring a deceased.

A huge garden, built by Vanvitelli in 1780 at the request of King Ferdinand I, along the riviera di Chiaia and the seafront. The walk then attracts the large families of Neapolitan. The elegant th and th century palaces, built in the wake, surround the park. Regularly enlarged and embellished, its palms and other eucalyptus are still a haven of freshness and calm in the heart of the Neapolitan frenzy.

A large central alley flanked by a series of statues and monuments a little more the places.

Built in the th century and remodelled in the th century. Certainly one of the most beautiful Renaissance palaces in the city. Note the beauty of the baroque portal by the sculptor F. Fuga. See also the beautiful interior courtyards, their fountains and the double-ramp staircase.

The first Greek colony of Mainland Italy, Cuma was founded in the th century BC by the settlers of Chalcide (on the island of Evia), already in Ischia some years previously. It is also Cuma that will leave the founders of Neapolis (Naples). Taken by the Romans in 334 BC, remains of the high city remain like the Acropolis. Cuma is also known to host one of the high places of the ancient world: .' s Lair.

Holiday resort especially appreciated during the Roman period. See the ruins of the temple of Diane, Mercure and Minerve and the castle of Baia, built in the second half of the th century on order of the house of Aragon.

Its construction decided in 1647, on the donation of Giovan Battista Burgo, began only 35 years later. The façade was redesigned in the th century and was designed by Solimena. Great wealth of works of art, mainly the th and th centuries. Among the many paintings are the Virgin, Saint Peter and Saint Paul de Solimena, the Death of Saint Nicholas de De Matteis, and The Marriage of the Virgin of De Maio.

Church with three naves, carried out between 1619 and 1660 according to the plans of De Fanzago and Mattia Preti, originally rebuilt in the th century. It also houses some very beautiful works, such as the Virgin at the Rosary and the Trinity and the saints, Luca Giordano. The monumental cloister is worth a visit.

Located in the heart of Federico II University, this early th-century church in a unique Latin Cross is enriched by beautiful polychrome marbles. Dominating the altar of the right transept, a painting of Cesare Fracanzano appearing the appearance of the Virgin to Saint François Saverio. See also Saint Ignatius of Solimena. Made from 1587 to 1590, the ceiling of the church, carved and gilded, is decorated with three Flemish paintings.

Designed by De Fanzago in 1653, she presents herself as a monumental arc of triumph, covered with marble and piperno (gray stone). Its semi-circular eardrum is decorated with a large crown and a plaque dedicated to Philippe II.

The name of the church corresponds to the sponsors (second half of the th century). The entrance of the church is marked by a two-ramps staircase. In the unique nave, admire the works by Luca Giordano, Les Saints and La Trinité. Also note the beauty of the marbles, perfect illustration of the history of baroque.

Built in 1602 on the plans of Sylvester Cordella, the church, dedicated to San Carlo Borromeo, was completed in 1621 by the Cistercian monks who added a convent. Ordered interior in elliptical form. Note the beautiful Marbre marble crucifix.

It is certainly the most beautiful fountain of Naples, built in honour of Spanish viceroy Enrico Guzman. Prestigious example of urban remodelling of the city in the 17th century made according to the drawings of Giovanni Domenico of Auria, it will eventually remodelled by Domenico Fontana. Large group of circular composed of four series of steps at the base. Balustrades decorated with lions. The marine nymphs, riders, the satyrs and tritons are signed Pietro Bernini. Naccherino meanwhile made Neptune at the trident.

Visit on request from the technical office of the university. Founded around 1293, the church is rebuilt in a more baroque style. The façade, however, features Renaissance elements, as its pronaos wraparound of columns and surmounted by the pediment. A single nave largely coloured by the numerous polychrome marbles.

Paleo-botanical analyzes revealed the presence of species mainly intended for the production of perfumes; the owner was probably perfumer. There was also an ordnance devoted to the cult of Hercules, whose marble statue was found.