History and legends

Hidden among the hills of Campania, near Caserta, lies a magical place that unites textile art, history and human ingenuity.

Naples, a city steeped in millennia of history and unrivalled cultural heritage, is known for a tradition rarer and more precious still: the art of tailoring. The extraordinary skill of crafting bespoke garments in Naples has deep roots in the city's ancient artisan workshops.

Naples, an ancient city that guards secrets, legends and an extraordinary cultural heritage, is steeped in a unique spirituality. And among the many influences that have shaped the face of this city, that of Saint Francis of Assisi holds a place of particular importance.

Naples, the city of a thousand stories, holds secrets hidden among its ancient streets and historic quarters. One of these quarters, the Borgo Orefici (Goldsmiths' Quarter), is wrapped in an aura of mystery and legend that makes it a place as fascinating as it is unsettling.

Beneath the crowded streets of Naples, far from the swirl of traffic and the frenzy of city life, lies a secret world: Underground Naples. This labyrinth of tunnels and caverns is a hidden treasure that reveals the deep and fascinating history of the city.

In the vast and rich tapestry of Italian mythology, legends of saints and miracles are an integral part of popular culture. One such legend has its roots in ancient Neapolitan tradition and is known as the Legend of the Fire of Sant'Antuono (Saint Anthony), a story of faith and miracles that has endured through the centuries.

Naples is a city rich in history and hidden treasures, and one of the emblematic places that embodies its historical grandeur is the Maschio Angioino, also known as Castel Nuovo (New Castle). This majestic castle, with its imposing towers and Gothic architecture, was the stage for one of the most fascinating chapters in Neapolitan history, that of the Rebel Barons.

Naples, a city of many facets, is often defined by two distinct names: "Neapolis" and "Partenope". These two names represent a fascinating aspect of Naples' history and identity, and today we'll explore their significant difference and their intrinsic connection.

Gennaro was born in Naples in the second half of the 3rd century, and became Bishop of Benevento, where he carried out his ministry, loved by the Christian community and respected even by pagans(...)

It is 1943, precisely between 27 and 30 September: this was the span of time during which the people of Naples, exhausted by the bombings (two of which, on 4 December 1942 and 28 March 1943, caused more than 3000 deaths), by a war that seemed like it would never end, and by the German occupation, decided to rise up against the forces of the Wehrmacht(...)