Things to do in Naples and its surroundings: 5 most interesting places
Located on the shores of the bay of the same name, Naples has incorporated many cultures and traditions that make it easy to distinguish Neapolitans from residents of other regions. This particular style is reflected in the historical and cultural monuments concentrated in and around the city. In order not to get lost in this diversity, BlogoItaliano has decided to talk about the most important sights of Naples, which are definitely worth seeing for a traveler visiting the city.

5. Archaeological Museum
One of the most visited landmarks in Naples is the National Archaeological Museum. The building of the museum was built in 1615. Initially, it housed the University of Naples, and in 1777 by order of King Ferdinand IV, the interior was reconstructed and housed in the Royal Library and Museum of Bourbon. Later, the museum's exhibits were replenished with exhibits found during the excavation of ancient cities, once located near Vesuvius.

National Archaeological Museum (1615)

In the mid-nineteenth century, the Archaeological Museum became the property of the state and received the prefix "National". Today in the halls of the museum you can see a large collection of Egyptian art, unique floor and wall mosaics, antique and medieval coins and medals, ancient murals, marble and bronze sculptures, jewels of the Renaissance. Of particular interest to visitors is the Secret Cabinet, in which murals and reliefs, as well as texts of erotic content discovered during the excavations in Pompeii.

4. Castel del Ovo Castle
The medieval castle of Castel del Ovo is located on a small island off the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea, connected by a narrow mound to Naples. Historians believe that it is at this point in the IV century BC. was founded by Naples.

The first building on the site of the present castle was a villa belonging to the Roman commander Lucullus, later settled here monks who lived on the island for several centuries. In the IX century, to avoid the capture of the island by Saracens, fortifications were destroyed, and in the XII - was built fortification, which has survived to this day. The castle was named Castel del Ovo - Egg Castle. It is assumed that the strange name of the castle was oval, but there is a more fantastic version: it is said that under one of the towers there is a magic egg.

It is believed that in this place in the IV century BC. was founded by Naples

About a hundred years in the fortified castle housed the royal court, which then moved to Castel Nuovo, and in Castel del Ovo remained the courts and the treasury. Today the castle on the island is open to visitors.

3. The Royal Palace
Another well-known landmark of Naples - the Royal Palace - is a majestic building on the main square of Piazza del plebiscite. Construction of the palace began in 1600 and lasted more than half a century. For many years the palace was the main residence of the monarchs of the Kingdom of Both Sicilies of the Bourbon Dynasty.

The Royal Palace is located on the main square of Naples

The Royal Palace building has been rebuilt several times. To this day, the structure of the work of Luigi Vanvitelli, built in the middle of the XVIII century. The western façade of the palace is adorned with statues of Neapolitan kings, erected in specially constructed niches, and a wrought-iron garden gate guarding the sculptures of horses that once stood on the Anichkov Bridge in St. Petersburg. This generous gift to King Ferdinand II was presented by the Russian Emperor Nicholas I.

Currently, the palace houses the Museum of Historic Apartments and the National Library, in its halls you can see the works of Matti Pretti, Spanoletto, Guercino, Titian.

2. Pompey
The famous Pompeii are located near the city, which gives them the right to be considered one of the main attractions of Naples. This ancient Roman city, which died during the eruption of the volcano in the summer of 79, is one of the main "magnets" of Naples, attracting both archaeologists and numerous travelers.

During its existence, Pompeii was ruled by the Romans, Etruscans, Greeks, Samnites. In the 90-80's BC Pompeii participated in the uprising of the Italian cities, which resulted in the conversion to a Roman colony. The noble Romans built magnificent villas in Pompeii, where they rested with their families.

Due to the volcanic ash, to fill the city, its structures are well preserved. During the excursion through Pompeii you can see a giant amphitheater with a large arena, which housed about 20,000 spectators, a forum, the former center of public life of the city, the Temple of Apollo, dating from 575-570 BC, numerous thermals.

Pompeii died during the eruption of Vesuvius in the summer of 79 years

Residential buildings decorated with ancient frescoes and mosaics depicting scenes from ancient Greek myths are also well preserved. The oldest is the House of the Surgeon, so named because of the large number of surgical instruments found in it. Archaeologists and a public house have been discovered, featuring frescoes with erotic scenes, as well as bakeries, weaving and spinning shops.

1. Vesuvius
The slumbering volcano is Naples' most famous and dangerous sight. Vesuvius is the only active volcano in mainland Europe that attracts the attention of geologists from all over the world, as well as numerous tourists who make the ascent to the crater.

Vesuvius is the only active volcano in mainland Europe

According to scientists, Vesuvius erupted at least 80 times, each time destroying the surrounding area. The most powerful is the eruption, wiped from the face of Pompeii. On the slopes of Vesuvius is organized a National Park - a large reserve, for which nine different routes are laid out.

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