Papal diplomacy palace, Naples
Via Toledo, 80134 Napoli, Italia
The Papal diplomacy palace, also known as the Palazzo del Nunzio Apostolico, is located in the central historical part of Naples, on Via Toledo. It was built in the late 16th century.
History of the Palazzo del Nunzio Apostolico
The history of the palace begins in 1585, when, on the order of Bishop ...
Palace Caravita di Sirignano, Naples
Via del Rione Sirignano 2, 80121Napoli, Italia
Palace Caravita di Sirignano in Naples is a monumental 16th-century building, located along the Riviera di Chiaia. Since its foundation, the owners have repeatedly changed and of course the palace was reconstructed. Despite this, the palazzo is still striking with its beauty.
History of the Palace ...
Carafa di Maddaloni Palace, Naples
Via Maddaloni, 80134 Napoli, Italia
Carafa di Maddaloni Palace is one of the most interesting buildings in Naples. The Palazzo is located in the heart of the old town, near the famous Spaccanapoli street – the city's attraction, on the street with the same name Via Maddaloni. The palace was built in the late 16th century. It is ...
Sant'Elmo Castle, Naples
Via Tito Angelini, 80129 Napoli, Italia
The medieval castle of Sant'Elmo sits on the Vomero hill in Naples. This fortification built in the 14th century to protect the city from attacks from the sea has witnessed numerous historical events. For a long time, Castel Sant'Elmo served as a prison. Today, the majestic hexagonal castle is a ...
San Martino Monastery and Museum, Naples
Largo San Martino 5, 80129 Napoli, Italia
Certosa di San Martino in Naples is a former monastery of the Cartesians, built in the 14th century. The building is situated on the hill of Vomero, near the great number of historical sights. There is an amazing view of Naples and the sea bay from the territory of the monastery. The museum with ...
Etruscan Archaeological Museum De Feis, Naples
Via Coroglio 9, 80100 Napoli, Italia
Etruscan Archaeological Museum "De Feis" is situatedin the area of Naples–Posillipo–where you can see one of the best views of the Gulf of Naples. It is dedicated to the Etruscan civilization that has left its mark on this region. The museum is private and has been open to the public in 2015. ...
Nuovo Castle, Naples
Via Vittorio Emanuele III
The majestic castle located on the shores of the Gulf of Naples is called Castel Nuovo or New Castle from Italian; it was built in the 13th century for Charles I of Anjou. The castle was new at the time, considering already existing fortifications. And that’s where it acquired its name. This ...
Vesuvius National Park
Naples, Campania, Italy
The Vesuvius National Park is located in the Eastern part of Naples. The park was created to protect one of the most famous and dangerous volcanoes in the world – Vesuvius. It is worth to mention the high geological and historical significance of the national park. It was opened in 1995, and since ...
Pompeii, Naples
Pompeya, Nápoles, Italia
Near Naples there are the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, which was destroyed in 79 AD during the eruption of the volcano Vesuvius. Nowadays a unique open-air museum is opened on the territory buried under the ashes of the city. Its exhibits, including entire streets and buildings, ...
Porta Capuana, Naples
Piazza Enrico de Nicola, 80139 Napoli, Italia
The city gates Porta Capuana are situated in the north western part of Naples. In the 15th century the gates served as one of the entrances to the city. They got the name because of the nearby castle. The gate is easy to recognize thanks to two large towers. In addition, the gates are in the area ...
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