NAPOLI Alicia Rooney Samantha Otoole
History of Napoli Founded in 7 th century B.C. by a colony of Greeks from Cumae Greek Neapolis= “new city”
History of Napoli conquered by the Romans around 320 B.C. until fall of Western Roman Empire 476 A.D. governed by many nations (including France, Spain, Austria) 1861 became part of kingdom of Italy
Napoli 3 rd largest city in Italy Capital of the Campagna region 4 th largest urban economy in Italy one of the most important ports in Europe has oldest State University in the world: University of Naples Federico II founded by Frederick II in 1224
Main Building of University of Naples Federico II Napoli with Mt Vesuvius
Culture birthplace of pizza Margherita pizza in honor of Queen Margherita known for its theaters (among the oldest in Europe), museums, and castles SCC Napoli- professional Italian football club founded 1926
What to See National Archaeological Museum Roman artifacts from Pompeii, Stabiae, Herculaneum (buried by eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D.)
What to See Duomo di Napoli completed in early 14 th century gothic style dedicated to patron saint, San Gennaro saint’s blood brought here twice a year to determine the fate of Napoli (good things happen if it liquifies)
What to see Castel Nuovo also called Maschio Angioino medieval castle, begun in 1279 capital was moved from Palermo to Naples, Kind Charles I of Anjou ordered a new castle for the court middle of historical center of city, site of many famous events last restoration in 1823 sculptures and frescoes inside
Castel Nuovo
Travelling from Florence to Napoli Frecciarossa/Fre cciargente Trains high-speed require reservations less than 3 hours prices start from about 50€ about $65
Travelling from Florence to Napoli Intercity Trains slower reservations required about 5 hour from about 20 € about $26
Where to Stay Many cheap hostel, hotel and bed and breakfast options Hostel of the Sun: €55 for a double, €80 for a triple, €90 for a quadruple Many middle range and expensive hotel options as well
Sources haeological_Museum naples_tourist_attractions.htm