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Districts, churches, castles, alleys and museums: a guide to the places of Naples and its surroundings, with the stories you will not find in guidebooks.
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples is one of Italy's cultural gems, renowned for its extraordinary collection of archaeological finds from ancient Rome and the surrounding region.
Naples, a city steeped in history, culture and tradition, is also home to one of the oldest and most prestigious academic institutions in Europe: the Federico II University of Naples. Founded way back in 1224, this university stands as a beacon of education and research in the heart of the Neapolitan city.
Naples, with its rich history, unique culinary traditions and vibrant urban fabric, is a city that fascinates and enchants. Among the districts that help make Naples so charming and authentic is Forcella, a place full of history, culture and Neapolitan authenticity.
In the heart of Campania, between the shadow of Vesuvius and the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea, stands the Sanctuary of Pompeii, one of Italy's most famous and most visited places of worship. This extraordinary sanctuary, located in the town of Pompeii, is steeped in history, devotion and an atmosphere of deep spirituality.
Naples, the city of a thousand facets, is a true treasure chest of historical and artistic wonders. Among the gems that adorn this city, the Royal Palace of Naples is one of the brightest jewels. Not only for its majestic structure and its panoramic position overlooking the Gulf of Naples, but also for the incredible collection of statues that enrich its gardens and courtyards.
Naples is a city rich in history and legends, and one of the most intriguing stories concerns the Egg of Castel dell'Ovo. This ancient legend is one of the many tales that make Naples such a fascinating and mysterious place.
Bradyseism is often associated with coastal regions, especially in volcanic areas such as southern Italy, the Island of Ischia and other active volcanic zones around the world. This phenomenon can be triggered by several causes:
The Materdei quarter is rich in history and places tied to Neapolitan tradition; the name comes from the church of Santa Maria Materdei (St Mary Mother of God), of Renaissance origin. The newer part belongs to the Avvocata quarter, while the older section, ending at Via Santa Teresa degli Scalzi, belongs to the Stella quarter.
The monastery of Sant’Eframo Nuovo is also known as the monastery of the Immaculate Conception at Fonseca (Immacolata Concezione a Fonseca), and it is a monumental building in Naples located in the Materdei district, more precisely on Via Matteo Renato Imbriani. The history of this building is a very troubled one: no one could ever imagine, in fact, what it houses today.
The Sacred Temple of Scorziata, also known as the church of the Presentation of Mary at the Temple of Scorziata, is located in the historic centre of Naples, in vico Cinquesanti. The conservatory, with its adjoining church, was founded in 1579 by three Neapolitan noblewomen: Giovanna Scorziata and Lucia and Agata Paparo.
