Naples is a city that is difficult to relate unequivocally. Someone is trying to avoid it, someone can’t imagine life without Naples, but what can’t be taken from the city is a certain charm, which differs noticeably from the settlements of northern Italy. Perhaps the reason for this is the extraordinary harmony of the Gulf and Vesuvius, perhaps the royal past of the city, and perhaps the Neapolitans themselves, who are much simpler than the inhabitants of the northern part of Apenin.
Naples is famous not only for its historical places, but also is a thriving center of modern art. Therefore ...
№8 Get involved in contemporary art at MADRE
If you are tired of looking at archaeological sites and want something more modern, it is unlikely that you will be able to find a better solution than Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Donna Reginaknown among the Neapolitans as Madre.
The museum contains a rich collection of contemporary art pieces by both Italian and foreign masters, in addition to which regular temporary exhibitions are held.
Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Donna Regina in Naples is amazing
Madre It is within a walking distance from the historic city center, and a hike here is easy to combine with a visit to the National Archaeological Museum, giving colors to your impressions.
If you are a night owl and wake up late, then the good news for you is that MADRE is open until midnight on Saturdays and Sundays. Moreover, the museum’s tradition is free admission on Mondays.
# 7 Take a day out on the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento or the island
Even if you fell in love Naples, in the vicinity of the city there are truly outstanding places. Than to describe them, it is better to rent a car and hit the road on the coast yourself.
Amalfi is considered one of the most charming corners of Italy
Your efforts will be rewarded, and, in the subjective opinion of the author of these lines, the road along the coast to the south from Naples to Sorrento and Amalfi - is the most beautiful and exciting in all of southern Italy.
Another option is the islands of Ischia, Capri and Procida, which can be reached by ship. Sometimes, especially in the summer, you may get the impression that there are more tourists on the islands than Italians themselves, but the vibrant colors, stunning views and excellent sea cuisine make the trip worthwhile anyway.
No. 6 Underground Naples
If you thought that Naples is just that on the surface, then it is time to expand the boundaries of this view. Naples is also a significant underground part, which is so rich that it will take far more than one day to fully explore it.
"Departure to the ground" occurred during the Greco-Roman period and was largely explained by the need to obtain tuff, which was widely used for the construction of houses, villas, palaces and country residences.
The scale of development of tuff over time has become so widespread that today under the city there is a whole system of underground communications, including ancient tunnels, caves, cemeteries and even water supply.
Naples dungeons still contain many mysteries
One of the most interesting elements of this chain of attractions is the excavation of the ancient Roman market, located under the church of San Lorenzo Maggiore.
Unlike the Roman Forum, where you really have to strain your imagination to imagine the past grandeur of the buildings located here, the excavations of the Ancient Roman Market showcases, walls and ceilings have remained untouched.
This, in turn, helps to create a more complete impression of life that took place here thousands of years ago. You can go down to the ancient Roman market about churches of San Lorenzo Maggiore on plaza san gaetano.
No. 5 Christ under the Shroud in the Chapel of San Severo
In tourist guides about this statue they often write that it looks as if it comes to life, but this is probably already an excess. What is really true is the skill of the sculptor, who managed to make marble a work of such amazing quality and airiness. But first things first.
Capella San Severo - the famous tomb of the noble Sangro family, built in 1590 and survived a number of significant improvements in subsequent centuries. In the 18th century, Raimondo de Sangro, the seventh prince of San Severo, carried out a significant reconstruction of the chapel, giving it the look that can be observed today.
Being a man of wide views and knowledge, Raimondo de Sangro attracted many prominent masters to the arrangement of the chapel, however, it became a real gem of the meeting statue of Christ under the shroud (also known as Christ under the shroud).
Performed by an unknown sculptor Giuseppe Sanmartino, she became the crown of his career. The statue is the Savior’s lying body, just removed from the cross and covered with a shroud.
The canvas covers the Body of Christ, but does not hide it. The work captivates the imagination of visitors, and is definitely a must see attraction in Naples.
Continuation of the article What to do and what to see in Naples. Part II
