Campania

The wonderful region of Campania Felix

Campania

Campania is on of the the region most rich in art, history, traditions and culture of Italy. An immense artistic heritage makes it a favorite destination of world tourism. Naples as highlight of this wonderful region, the Royal Palace of Caserta, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Sorrento, Pompeii, Paestum are only part of the wonder of this region.
In Campania you can experiment the richest archaelogical site in Italy from Baia, the submerged city, to Velia the Greek village in Cilento. Since the Roman epoch, the region of Campania has been known as Felix. It was the centre of nature’s bounty and abundance of gastronomy that the land has fertilized by the volcanic eruptions over time. The region has always been considered a privileged destination. The ancient Roman noblemen built their marvelous luxury villas on the cliffs along the Bay of Naples to enjoy the splendid natural settings. A testimony of that period of prosperity and richness is still visible, such as the preserved Amphitheatres and Roman Villas in the immense archaeological patrimony brought to light over the years of excavation. Campania has within a few kilometers 3 of the most visited spot in all Italy: Pompeii, Sorrento and Amalfi coast.

Campania has 5 declared Unesco World Patrimony Sites:

• 1. Historic centre of Naples
• 2. The Royal palace of Caserta with gardens, the aqueduct of Vanvitelli, and the Sector of San Leucio
• 3. The archaeological sites of Pompeii, Stabiae, Herculaneum and Oplontis.
• 4. The National Park of Cilento - Valley of Diano with the famous archaeological site of Paestum and Velia, and La Certosa di Padula
• 5. Amalfi Coast
• 5. The Amalfi Coast

Sorrento - Sorrento, the most beautiful panorama of Naples

Sorrento is one of the most popular destinations for international tourism. For centuries, travelers from all over Europe and later from around the world have admired the beauty of the coast, allowing capture the colors and flavors of these lands. There are many villas and houses built in past centuries by the Germans and British who stopped here for treatment or as a compulsory stop on the Grand Tour and then decides to stay. The historic center of Sorrento is developed on massive dark rock terraces overlooking the sea, offering panoramic views in every corner and breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples, Vesuvius and Naples. Winding streets, and suggestive serpentine staircases leading to the harbor and the Marina below.The name Sorrento dates …

Archaeology - the enormous Archaeological heritage of Campania

Pompeii is one of the most significant examples of Roman civilization and looks like a great open book of art, customs, trades on the daily life of the past. The city has re-emerged from the darkness of the centuries as it was at the time when it was suddenly covered by a thick layer of ash spills, along with the lava, by the eruption of Vesuvius. It was AD 79. The tragedy was immense: in what had been one of the busiest and most beautiful towns of Roman life stopped forever. The thick layer of material that the underwater eruption, consisting largely of ash and lapilli - hard material not unlike that which covered Herculaneum and solidifies into hard rock - that has allowed the City reached complements to this day not only in the architecture, …

Pozzuoli and Solfatara - the volcanic region

Pozzuoli is the main town of Campi Flegrei, located on a gulf, is a village of great cultural interest. Its fortune was mainly the flourishing port, where they had intense trade and cultural exchanges with the East, and will spread the art of glass, ceramics, perfumes, textiles and iron. What to see: a Pozzuoli is the Flavian Amphitheatre (the third in size of Italy), dating from the late second century. BC, which were located in gladiatorial games and could accommodate about 20,000 spectators, you can still visit today's underground rooms that were used to create spectacular special effects and dynamic scenes. Very impressive is the Temple of Serapis (named after the finding, in the eighteenth century, a statue of the Egyptian god Serapis). …

Old Caserta, Palace at Caserta and the San Leucio Complex - the Golden Age

The Royal Palace of Caserta The Royal Palace of Caserta is a priceless heritage, paying a visit is each time surprising. The complex was designed by Luigi Vanvitelli, as model of the Palace of Versailles and some say that in this case the model has been exceeded. The apartments are embellished with stucco work, statues, carvings, furniture, all imported by French. The paintings on the walls, Italian and Dutch authors of the nineteenth century, depicting the family Borgone. In the basement of the Palace are set designs, drawings, illustrating the work of the architect Vanvitelli. Do not miss the Royal Park, also designed by Vanvitelli and wanted by Maria Carolina of Austria, plenty of statues, fountains, rare and exotic plants. Currently, the …

Naples - the biggest open-air museum in the world

Historical centre of Naples, the biggest open-air museum in the worldNaples, is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, for its location and its wealth of natural beauty, and by many is considered one of the gems of Italy. His position is indeed unique: it is enclosed in the Gulf of Naples and the Campi Flegrei, which is dominated by the majesty of Mount Vesuvius. Naples enjoy a full sea view with the island of Capri at the background, surrounded by rolling hills and charming hotels on the street parallel the sea, ending at Castel dell’Ovo: a picture that is simply breathtaking. Naples is starting to discover an unending series of emotions, not only for the natural landscape but also for its rich history and culture, from Piazza Municipio …

Capri - The wonderful island of Campania: Capri

Capri is difficult to describe with words or images this magical small Mediterranean island, chosen by the Roman emperors to conduct their boundless territories. Capri can be enjoyed only on the spot, when the last rays of the sun paint the Faraglioni coppery hue. The sea is visible from every point of the island on the horizon merges with the blue sky, the gardens of the villas and the green tree-lined paths, the blue magic of the world's most famous cave, the white and pastel houses typical of Capri The scent of lemon trees and many species of the island, the flavors and aromas of Neapolitan cuisine, the wind noise in the creeks and natural arc of the stacks: unique feelings in a unique island.Capri is one of three major islands of the Gulf …

Ischia - the volcanic islands

Ischia, the largest island in the Gulf of Naples, belongs to the group of islands flegree (Ischia, Procida, and Vivara Nisida) designated as belonging to a common geological area of Campi Flegrei. The island is less than 30 kilometers from Naples and has a coastline of 34 km. With about 60 000 inhabitants (Istat 2007) is the third most populous island in Italy after Sicily and Sardinia. Ischia's climate is typically Mediterranean, made even more lenient characterized by the particular shape of the island from the heights of Mount Epomeo central: in winter the lowest average temperature is 9° C, with January the coldest month, while the highest average temperature occurs in August with 30 degrees.Like all the other islands flegree Ischia volcanic …

Cilento - long beaches and wild nature

CilentoCilento is a unique experience for lovers of nature and culture. The name comes from cis Alentum, meaning on this side of Alento, although today the river is no longer marking the border. The Cilento offers a variety of important and interesting features, the remains of Greek civilization of Temple of Paestum and Velia, memories of classics such as Capo Palinuro sung by Virgil, the castles of the interior and coastal towers, reminiscent of medieval life and barbarian raids. In fact, the history of the Cilento is possible through castles, abbeys, country houses, rural villages and ancient historical centers. The main attraction is the wonderful and uncontaminated sea, nestled between the headlands, coves and inlets, marinas and beaches. …

Procida - the fisherman island of Procida

Procida is the least known of the islands of the Gulf of Naples, has certainly appeal to tourists and the reputation of Capri and Ischia, but his visit has a charm and a taste very special, yet able to return those images and flavors of past centuries. Procida has not recall the other two islands in the Gulf, but his visit is still able to return those images and flavors of the past centuries, which is increasingly difficult to grasp in the other goals, established stages of international tourism. The silence of Vivara, the colors of Corricella, the port of Chiaiolella seem to be there, undisturbed for centuries regardless of alternate periods. The mysticism of the Holy Week of Procida is very deep and intensely lived by the whole population, …

Paestum - and the huge Temples

Paestum has a long (15 km) and wide beach, washed by the sea of the Cilento. A very large pine stands between the coastal road and the beach. In the shelter of his coolness in the hottest hours, it's really nice for a meal and relax before returning to the beach! Not far from the beach there are the majestic temples of Paestum, very well kept. Hera was dedicated to the largest and oldest temple, known as the basilica. Then the temple of Poseidon. The third was dedicated to Athena, the ancient goddess of wisdom, and was named Ceres.The archaeological site of Paestum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988 is surrounded by walls and towers well preserved. Not far away you can explore the rich museum containing objects of ancient Greek and manufacturing …

Massalubrense - the village of mermaids

7 km from Sorrento, following the only road that goes along the Sorrento Peninsula, here Massalubrense, a little village that enjoy a wonderful panorama on Capri.Massalubrense in the latest years has become the favourite spot for the travellers that want to enjoy peace, nature and relax in one the beautiful villas spread along the sweet hills of Massalubrense. The short distance from Sorrento (7 km) and the sea, make Massalubrense a ideal place to spend holiday in Sorrento Peninsula far from the mass tourism.Sant'Agata sui due Golfi, a hamlet of Massa Lubrense, was a must-see at the time of the "Grand Tour", the long journey on the European continent that was imposed on the offspring of English nobility of the eighteenth century. Even then, …

Sant'Agata dei Goti - a village on the rock

Sant’Agata dei Goti is a jewel, not only for the province of Benevento, but for all of Italy.?Sant’Agata dei Goti is a very special village: perched on a bluff tuff, where the edge of the houses and the rocks follow the same line, like the famous Orvieto and Pitigliano. The real peculiarity of Sant’Agata dei Goti is the exceptional concentration of monuments in such a small village: Via Roma, which runs through the town, facing Churches, Aristocratic Palaces, Museums. Excellent is also the cuisine based on local products. Apples "Annurca" are the typical variety of Sannio, the area where Sant'Agata de 'Goti stands.

Vesuvius - the most famous volcano in Europe

Vesuvius is the most famous volcano of the earth and one of the most studied. It's a typical example of a compound formed by a volcano cone, Monte Somma (1133 meters), with the crater walls mostly demolished, within which there is a smaller cone, the Vesuvius (1281 m), separated by a lowering named Valle del Gigante, part of the caldera, were presumably during the eruption of 79 AD the Vesuvius was formed.??Vesuvius entered the history of volcanology with the eruption of 79 AD that destroyed and buried with ashes and lava Pompeii, Stabiae, Herculaneum and part of the surrounding. ?Vesuvius, with the Phlegraean Fields, is the only active volcano in Europe, which is located on the mainland, all the others are on islands.??From 29  October 20…