The Hidden Gems of Naples
Naples is a city full of secret treasures: let's discover them together! St. Luciella ai Librai A short walk from the crowded Via San Gregorio Armeno, there is this small wonder nestled in the alleys of the old town. The
Naples: History and Kings
The Origins Welcome to one of Europe's oldest cities, welcome to Naples! We are in Piazza Bellini, the heart of the old town: these are the walls of ancient Neapolis, the city that was founded by the Greeks. Neapolis means "new city",
The History of Vesuvian Archaeological Excavations
The beginning of excavations at Pompeii When and how was Pompeii discovered? Excavations began in 1748, during the reign of Charles of Bourbon, with the meaning of giving prestige on the royal house. Archaeological research was generally understood as a mere