Location: Province of Naples
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Things to do in Province of Naples, Campania: The Best Civic Centers
The Province of Naples (Italian: Provincia di Napoli, Napulitano: Pruvincia 'e Nàpule) was a province in the Campania region of southern Italy; since January 2015 has been replaced by the Metropolitan City of Naples.
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1. Art33 - Cultural Hub
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Pompei (moderna)
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4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By tomj932 - London, United Kingdom
So having studied Vesuvius and Pompeii back in school and having an interest in the ancient history Pompeii has always been one of those places I have wanted to visit. Having been to the north of Italy earlier in the year we decided to go to Naples for 4 days and cover the south including Pompeii and Herculaneum. The site can be easily reached from Naples / Sorrento via the Circumvesuviana and this is included in the Campania Arte card of which we decided to purchase to gain free entry to the sites also. On entering at the Porta Marina entrance we were immediately welcomed by the Suburban baths and knew straight away we were in for something special. Having walked up the hill we started to get the view of Pompeii in front. Walking along the street peering into the houses we ended up in the forum. Having arrived at Pompeii for opening time, by the time we got to the forum there was only a few other people there and that experience will live with me for the rest of my life. Being able to stand in the centre of the forum stuck in 79AD and look all around to see the homes, temples and shops devastated by the eruption of Vesuvius is hauntingly beautiful. Exploring Pompeii took us roughly 3-4 hours including some delays due to thunder and rain downpour. It is hard to appreciate the size of Pompeii until you actually try to explore it. It was and still is a city. It is huge - 170 acres! If you book onto a 1hr tour do not expect to see it all with the guide in that time! We deliberately didn't but had information on hand surrounding the sites we were seeing and were able to take it all in, in our own time. There are so many sites to see, the grand and small theatre, the basilica, the temples, houses, villas, shops with the grooves for sliding doors, the amphitheatre, the laundry, the brothels...it really is still its own world. Whilst the devastation of the city in 79AD is tragic, we are so fortunate that the city was preserved in the way it was as there is no need for a time machine when you are here. So many of the sites demonstrate ingenious thinking and technology that we believe we are responsible for in today's day and age, but these guys were 2000 years ahead of us. The bathes with their heating systems are almost identical to our modern day spa's however theirs had better mosaics and decorations! The frescoes, mosaics and statues on offer in the site of Pompeii are phenomenal. Not only how they have survived but due to how talented the creators were all that long ago. Even with today's technology and knowledge my art skills couldn't live up to theirs! To prepare for your visit I would recommend the following: - Rucksack - Plenty of water - There are fountains on site. There is one restaurant of which offers a large variety but you wouldn't want to have to walk across half of Pompeii to eat and then back again (it is huge) - Snacks and food - Same reason as above! - Proper walking attire - The streets are cobbled, boulder sized cobbles. Mostly uneven and therefore a flat soled shoe, running trainer or walking boot is best. - Suncream - If it is forecast to be hot be sure to pack suncream - there are some villas with roofs but most of which didn't survive the eruption. - Waterproofs / Umbrella - If it is forecast rain / thunder pack for it. The streets have high kerbs and stepping stones (originally for stepping over sewage) which provide a great system for keeping you out of puddles. - A map - DO NOT EXPECT TO GET ONE THERE!!! When we arrived we were told they had run out, this appears to be a common theme, either have a smart phone or get one on the way. Near the forum they have some of the plaster casts of the victims of the eruption. This is a solemn reminder that whilst it is great to walk around Pompeii and admire the ruins 2000 people perished in 79AD and most of them without warning or knowledge of what was happening. It can be quite emotional to see casts of children / adults sleeping in their final moments. Pompeii is a must do, do your research to get the most out of it and enjoy it!
3. Villa Fiorentino
4. City of Naples
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3.5 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By foxiess - Heathcote, Australia
Naples is the most beautiful city in the world. Goethe was right: “see Naples and then die” Sure you need to watch your belongings, however there are many cities like that around the world! Visit Spaccanapoli, museo Archeologico, Museo di Capodimonte which has a Caravaggio , Napoli Sotteranea, Pompei , Amalfi, Capri etccc. lots of amazing churches. Food is cheap and the best in Italy. People are helpful and friendly. Just watch out people at train stations and airport, they will offer to help but they will want money. Don’t wear expensive stuff and keep belongings close. You will be fine and have a ball!
5. Santa Fede Liberata
6. Ludoteca C'era una volta
