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Architect Santiago Calatrava’s decorative scheme for the Church of San Gennaro in the Real Bosco di Capodimonte, built in 1745 by architect and stage designer Ferdinando Sanfelice at the behest of Charles of Bourbon, is a tribute to the ‘light of Naples’ and local artisan craftsmanship. This work of art by a contemporary artist in an 18th-century c...

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Many Italian-Americans have Neapolitan and Sicilian roots and, among them, a great part has certainly fond memories of their grand parents or parents speaking in the “dialect” of their own native land. Some, I am sure, probably also learned it, a sincere and loving way to bond with family, but also to keep alive the connection with their ancestral...

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A new underwater route opened on Wednesday for divers, snorkelers and canoeists in the ancient Portus Julius in the underwater archaeological park in Baia, in the province of Naples. The underwater structures are submerged between two to five metres deep, due to the bradyseism typical of the Phlegraean Fields. In ancient times, the structures made...

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Old Town Naples, Italy, was the first historic center to be named a UNESCO site. Stroll down Via dei Tribunali and within walking distance is a veritable treasure trove of sites to discover. View centuries of history under your feet, visit historic churches, enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine, visit year-round Christmas markets, and marvel at the accl...

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Unique in the world because of its natural beauty, the Belpaese has been inhabited since time immemorial, and has seen the birth on its territory varied many towns, villages and cities, that over the millennia have grown, evolved and expanded, but always respecting and preserving the original places of meeting and social gathering. Today these anci...

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Naples is rich in art: its heritage is invaluable. It hosts pieces unique in the world. We suggest some of our favourite museums that are worth visiting if you are in the city.   1. Museum of Capodimonte: is surrounded by the Wood (Real Bosco). A handbook about the history of art in Italy from the 13th to the 20th century. A journey through the art...

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As the cheeky saying goes, a well-tailored suit is to women what lingerie is to men. For one emerging Italian men’s retailer, distinguishing classic styles with an emphasis on quality and material, Edoardo Borrelli made a name for himself by way of his immaculately designed tailored suits for men. And while his suits are still well-regarded, the It...

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The recent reopening of borders in much of the world made people awaken their feverish desire to take a sea holiday. There are still many questions, as well as fears. Yet, we can not give up the idea of a well-deserved break with a sea view, where to put everything on standby indefinitely and enjoy the much-desired freedom, accompanied by a dip in...

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Campania is one of our favorite regions of Italy, rich in tradition and authentic culture. It’s the home of our ancestors and we’ve visited the region several times over the years. Still, there’s something new to love every time. If you’ve been thinking of visiting Campania but haven’t yet made plans, you should start with one of the biggest reason...

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Despite the fact that it’s probably the first thing you think of when you envision your dream Italian vacation, there’s almost nothing more American than pizza. A 2015 study from the Washington Post found that Americans eat about 100 acres of pizza every day, and the many variations of the dish are known to inspire fierce debates over regional supe...

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