Naples - passion history and history of passion

Located on the northern coast of the Bay of Naples, the "eponymous" Napoli city stands at the foot of the famous Vesuvius. And as if remembering the fate of Pompeii, unlike him, he gives the impression of an eternal gay city, where there is no place for defeat and spleen. To get here from Russia, it is enough to book a ticket to Rome and from there fly to Capodichino airport. For a few hours you can go to Naples by train or car, admiring the road with the Italian landscape.

The rich cultural heritage of Naples is incredible and vast. The streets of the city are literally set with unique views. Add to that the fresh air of the mountains and the blue sea, the hot hot springs and the beautiful scenery, and you will realize that this requires in Naples tourists from all over the world, why this place was chosen for his residence Anjou and the royal court of Aragon, taken fond of the high crenellated tower Castell fortress -now.

During its existence, Napoli tried various roles. It is inhabited by representatives of some royal dynasties, though not only does the king appreciate his inimitable nature. In the nineteenth century, representatives of European aristocracies traveled here, among which there were famous Russian names. He also became a haven for artistic bohemia, as no one else appreciates the beautiful terrain and free atmosphere inherent in Naples ever since it was founded.

All the sights of this city can not be explained. Even if we divide them into Greco-Roman, medieval and Renaissance monuments, the acquaintance with the main sights of each group will take at least a week. But life in the charm of this city is sucked by its inhabitants, the crowd boils up bargains in the market, discusses football battles and chews pizza right down the street. On top of the local rebuke of other Italians good banter, but inseparable from Napoli, as well as the eloquent sign language, which accompanies it here any phrase.

Among the attractions of Naples is the palace of San Giacomo and Reggio Capodimonte. The latter, built by Charles III's decree, is a storehouse for unique exhibitions of antique art and richest collection of Renaissance paintings. Famous in the world is the Teatro San Carlo Opera House, and on the large, decorated with green squares of the Municipality of the square is Palazzo Reale and decorated with statues of the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, local imitations of the Roman Pantheon.

Vesuvius is present in all postcards and tourist booklets. The frozen lava fields on its slopes alternate with the citrus orchards and vineyards. The neighborhood in Naples is a real paradise for archaeologists, and the ancient Pompeii and Herculaneum they found have become popular open-air museums.

Located in the Bay of Naples, the small islands of Ischia and Capri, due to its uniqueness and mild climate are very popular and live exclusively in the field of tourism. Therefore, it is not excessive to see hotel room reservations in advance. In Capri, as everyone remembered, Maxim Gorky lived for a long time, there were Fedor Shalyapin, Vladimir Lenin, and Anatoly Lunacharsky on the island. True, the locals are more proud of the fact that in Naples, in his villa, located on the street Schipion-Capache, for seven years stay Diego Maradona, the greatest player in football history, defended the local club colors "Napoli".