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A trip in Caserta

Caserta forest of San Silvestro

In the city of Caserta we can find two squares. The oldest, which is called the ‘Piazza Mercato’, houses the market, and the Vanvitelli square, which is the main square consisting of the modern life of Caserta such as bars, hotels, banks, shops, boutiques and more. At the center of the Vanvitelli square we can see the statue of Luigi Vanvitelli the architect of the Royal Palace. Another sightseeing that is worth a visit is the Caserta’s war cemetery as it is an important piece from the World War II history. The cemetery was designed by Louis de Soissons and contains 768 Commonwealth burials of the Second World War. Other spots on your list to visit should include the Cathedral that was built in the 18th century and the Aqueduct of Vanvitelli. Like all other Italian cities, the region of Campania and more specifically the city of Caserta has more to offer than only history for the tourist explorer. You can find the market to buy fresh local products, have a relaxing coffee at the outdoor cafes, shop at the small boutiques or even dig out old valuable treasures at the antique shops. Finishing the tour or your day in the city of Caserta, you will have the chance to try the cooking traditions that influenced the specialties. The local food in Caserta is one of the best in the world. Some of the top dishes include the Neapolitan pizza, which is perfect only in this region of Italy, consisted of fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, basil and olive oil. Other dishes you should try is the ‘risotto alla pescatora’ which uses rice and other sea based flavors, the polpette, which is a traditional pasta with the mythic meatballs, and the caprese salad, which captivates the flavors of fresh tomatoes, laves of basil and olive oil together with the di bufala mozarella. These are only some of the excellent traditional dishes that you will have the chance to try in Caserta. To explore the city you will need strength, and what gives more strength, is a perfect meal full of energy. The city of Caserta will stimulate all your senses so let yourself being relaxed and live a new experience. This city should be in the top of the list of someone’s holiday destinations. Tips Through the days of the last Monday of August until the 15th of September, Caserta hosts a local music and art festival. You can experience the live concerts, the dance, the folk songs and the theater, among other things. Fact The first camellia imported from Japan was planted in 1880 in the ‘English Garden’.

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Traditional Nativity in Naples

The nativity represented in a beautiful Neapolitan nativity scene

Naples is one of the most attractive and fascinating cities of Italy. Finding time to spend your Christmas in Naples will make your December holiday memorable. Like most cities of Italy, Christmas holiday here starts from December 8 until January 6. While in your Christmas holiday in Naples, you will be exposed to traditional entertainments, such as processions, scenes exposition, special markets, fireworks and gastronomical events. Looking at the city, one could admire the beautiful sceneries made from skillful craftsmanship to make the place attractive. This year’s preparation for Christmas holiday is amazing, the lights blend with the environment in a way that makes one feel he or she is on a different planet. Christmas in Naples will always give one a different feeling and experience, it’s a bit magical. The delightful events which happen during Christmas holiday are hard to forget. If you are looking for a gift to give somebody you value, bring him or her to Naples. The place is nothing compared to ordinary, talk of shopping, the dining, attractions, golfing among others. The musical entertainment and performance kicks off the evening before Christmas in an extraordinary atmosphere. Instead of somebody describing the atmosphere in Naples at Christmas holiday, find time and be part of the congregation this year. Naples provides you everything to make your holiday perfect. When we talk of Naples, it is hard not to mention nativity scenes. The city has a hundreds of the nativity scenes, which are made in a diversified nature. The displays range from traditional ones to modern ones and each of them having a unique and diversified nature. Christmas markets in Naples A visit to Naples Christmas market is one to remember. The local drinks and foods mouth-watering display in the markets makes it hard for one to pass by and do not buy anything. Via San Gregorio Armeno, which is a Christian market, gives tourists an opportunity to buy everything they need in order to create their own nativity scene. During the Christmas season, tourists come in large numbers to this market for a chance to experience the magical Christmas alley. Porta Nolana is another market found in Naples. The market is ideal for the freshest seafood in the area. It offers an exclusive and incredible opportunity for one to experience the traditional touch of the Naples city. Tradition Naples tradition is as ancient as the city itself. The midnight mass performed on the Christmas Eve and Minestra Maritata performed during the Christmas lunch, are the ones synonymous with the city. Spending a Christmas holiday in Naples means you will be kept entertained all through the time. The bag pipers keeps the people entertained as well as other games, which are played such as Tombola. The sharing of gifts and presents between friends and family members is synonymous in this area. The traditional nativity creates a central attraction in this area. The evangelical scene is also part of the Naples tradition. Spending your holiday (Christmas) will give you the chance to see and experience these ancient features. Apart from the nativity scenes is the procession of the Magi. Each of them represents three continents, which were known at the Biblical times. The continents are Africa, Europe, and Asia. The "Announcement to the shepherds" is another scene found in the area. It shows a message from the angel sent to tell the people about a miraculous occasion. Osteria is the last scene. It shows Joseph and Mary trying to find a place to rest. All this scenes make up the tradition of the Naples city. The scenes are touching to the heart and the eyes when watching them. By spending your Christmas in Naples, you will not miss the chance to experience them. Why spend your Christmas in Naples Naples strategic location on the Bay of Naples beneath Mt. Vesuvius makes it the most attractive city to travel during the Christmas holiday. It is among the top three largest cities in Italy. Travelling to Naples does not cost you a lot as compared to other cities in Italy. The foods in this area are affordable, for example, pizza can cost €5-7. This is cheap in Italy as to the standards of the country. The traditional foods in the area are not only delicious but have a unique taste. Travelling to Naples more so on Christmas holiday is the best thing to do. The culture and social life of the people plus the beautiful scenes make it enjoyable to go there.

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Giardino Inglese Reggia di Caserta

Caserta (3 Km)

The English Garden of the Royal Palace of Caserta was created between the 18th and 19th centuries at the behest of Queen Maria Carolina. The land was best exploited to create waterfalls and ponds in which temples or sculptures such as the “Kneeling Venus” are reflected. The paths are enriched with cedars from Lebanon, pines and cypresses and there are no shortage of greenhouses built for the search for new cultivation methods.

Oasi WWF Bosco di San Silvestro

Caserta (4 Km)

The WWF Bosco di San Silvestro Oasis in 1993 was established as a natural area and is located between the hills of Montemaiulo and Montebriano. The area covers 76 hectares and turns out to be the first WWF oasis in the province of Caserta. The flora is composed of numerous ferns and green plants, while the fauna has numerous different species including the deer and the roe deer.

Planetario di Caserta

Caserta (32 Km)

It is the first all-digital planetarium in central-southern Italy. It is a structure of the Municipality of Caserta built, within the framework of the URBAN II program, with contribution from the EU, and offers educational activities for schools of every order and grade, from Monday to Friday, morning and afternoon, by reservation.

Art and culture

Reggia di Caserta

Caserta (3 Km)

The Royal Palace of Caserta was the historic residence of the Bourbons of Naples. The building consists of 1200 rooms and 1742 windows and was built in 1845. It is surrounded by a magnificent park, divided into an Italian garden and an English garden. The Royal Palace turns out to be the largest royal residence in the world. The Royal Palace of Caserta, otherwise known as the Royal Palace of Caserta, is distinguished by its great particularity, being surrounded by an Italian and an English garden. Due to its size (about 2.5 km) it is considered the largest park in Europe. Charles III of Bourbon, given the extraordinary nature of the landscape, ordered the construction of the Royal Palace, whose construction ended in 1780. Inside the building are the royal park, numerous majestic fountains and the Palatina Library.

Castello di Limatola

Limatola (11 Km)

The Castle of Limatola is a fortress that has existed for about 1000 years. It has classical medieval architecture. Currently the Castle is in excellent condition, thanks to the restoration by the Sgueglia family, the current owners. In its rooms there is also the Diocesan Museum of Caserta.

Santuario di Sant'Anna

Caserta (4 Km)

The Sanctuary of Sant'Anna was built during the nineteenth century on the previous church of Our Lady of Loreto. It represents an important place of worship as the Saint holds the role of protector of the city of Caserta together with San Sebastiano. After the bombings of World War II, the Sanctuary has been restored and only the imposing façade remains of the original construction. Several statues and busts are housed inside the structure, including the statue of Ecce Homo and that of Sant'Antonio Abate.

Monumento ai Caduti

Caserta (4 Km)

The War Memorial is located at the entrance of Corso Trieste in Caserta, and represents a monument for identifying the citizens of Caserta. The structure is that of a triumphal arch with white marble cladding. It was built in the fascist era in memory of the heroes of World War I and on top is placed a statue representing Liberty and Victory.

Castello di Carlo V

Capua (8 Km)

The Castle of Charles V was built in 1542 at the behest of the homonymous emperor who commissioned the construction of the architect Gian Giacomo dell'Acaya. The fortress is located in the ancient village of the city of Capua. It has linear geometries and ramparts of a square base and an entrance bridge that rests on arches. Over the centuries the function of the Castle has always remained the defensive function, except during the period of the restoration when it held the role of prison.

Torri di Federico II

Capua (8 Km)

The Towers of Frederick II are part of the architectural work built at the behest of Emperor Frederick II of Swabia who wanted to emulate the greatness of Rome. The work was completed by Niccolò di Cicala in 1240 and included the Gate of Capua. The complex was destroyed due to the bombings of 1943. Today, only the basics of the two polygonal towers and the headboards remain.

Castello delle Pietre

Capua (7 Km)

The Castello delle Pietre, also called the Norman Castle, was built by the Normans who conquered the city of Capua in 1602. The structure was built with stones coming from the amphitheater of the city. In the 19th century, the tuff tower was also added, which stands imposing and majestic on the left side of the structure.

Torre di Artus

Maddaloni (9 Km)

The Artus Tower was built between 1390 and 1402 by Artus d'Anjou. The building has a cylindrical structure based on a regular polygon. The 33 meter-high tower was used for defence reasons. Since 1975, the Artus coat of arms has been added to the south of the tower.

Castello di Maddaloni

Maddaloni (9 Km)

The Castle of Maddaloni is a construction of the Norman period and has an irregular shape. Over the years it has undergone various changes also in its functionality and use. Nowadays it is in good condition and can be visited by all history lovers and beyond.

Castelluccio o Torre Nord

Maddaloni (9 Km)

Castelluccio or Torre Nord was built in the Norman period. The main purpose was to be a strategic sighting point. Over the years it has been transformed and modified before being abandoned in 1821. Today, unfortunately, only a few ruins remain.

Castello di Loriano

Marcianise (6 Km)

The Castle was built around 1200. The building is built from city walls and towers. It has a large square and a small church inside. In 1400 it underwent a renovation and modified entirely in the following centuries. The Loriano castle has the double coat of arms consisting of two families: Del Riccio and Alamanni.

L’antico Borgo di Caserta Vecchia

Caserta (7 Km)

This charming village, located in Caserta, significantly retained its original medieval structure. Its beautiful and distinctive buildings, its squares and shapely churches deserve the effort of a visit.

Il Duomo di Caserta

Caserta (3 Km)

The spectacular building of the Cathedral of Caserta, in Campania, was built in the twelfth century mixing different styles,including: Arabic, Norman and Roman styles. Erected in honor of St. Michael, it contains interesting frescoes.

Piazza Vanvitelli

Caserta (4 Km)

At the center of the Vanvitelli square we can see the statue of Luigi Vanvitelli the architect of the Royal Palace.

Museo Provinciale Campano

Capua (8 Km)

The Campania Provincial Museum was established in 1869 and opened to the public in 1874. It is headquartered in Palazzo Antignano di Capua. The museum structure is divided into thirty-two exhibition halls where we can admire the world collection of Matres Matutae, testimony of a particular pre-Roman indigenous cult. The Museum also houses several tombstones, stelae and sarcophagi from Roman, Republican and Imperial times.

Museo Diocesano

Capua (8 Km)

The Diocesan Museum was established in 1992 inside the Chapel of the Body of Christ in Capua. There are various materials coming from the Cathedral including sacred vestments, collections of silver and paintings of great artistic value. The “Virgin with Child between S.Stefano and St. Lucia “by Antoniazzo Romano and “The Madonna della Rosa” by an unknown author, turn out to be the sacral works among the most important of the Museum.

Museo Archeologico dell'Antica Calatia

Maddaloni (10 Km)

The Archaeological Museum of Ancient Calatia is located in the sixteenth-century palace of the Casino of the Carafa Dukes. The exhibition collects materials and finds dating from the 8th century BC to the end of the late Roman age, found in the ancient city of Calatia. The materials of the nearby necropolis confirm the pit structure of the tombs and the custom of laying objects and vases together with the deceased.

Museo Civico

Maddaloni (9 Km)

The Civic Museum of Maddaloni is set up in the architectural complex of Santa Maria de Commendatis, in an area of 550 square meters. In the first room there are archaeological finds dating from the Copper Age and the 3rd century AD, while in subsequent rooms there are materials concerning the evolution of the city.

Galleria Studio Legale

Caserta (4 Km)

Marco Malasomma

Caserta (3 Km)

Food and wine

La Masserie - azienda vitivinicola -

Bellona (8 Km)

Shopping

La Reggia Designer Outlet Village, Marcianise

Marcianise (258 Km)

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Comune di Casapulla

Casapulla

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Casapulla

Casapulla

Comune di Caserta

Caserta (3 Km)

Comune di Castel Morrone

Castel Morrone (7 Km)

Comune di Maddaloni

Maddaloni (9 Km)

Comune di Marcianise

Marcianise (5 Km)

Comune di Piana di Monte Verna

Piana di Monte Verna (11 Km)

E.P.T.Ente Provinciale per il Turismo

Caserta (3 Km)

Comune di Limatola

Limatola (11 Km)

Comune di Capodrise

Capodrise (6 Km)

Comune di Capua

Capua (8 Km)

Comune di Carinaro

Carinaro (11 Km)

Comune di Casagiove

Casagiove (2 Km)

Comune di Casaluce

Casaluce (11 Km)

Comune di Castel di Sasso

Castel di Sasso (13 Km)

Comune di Curti

Curti (1 Km)

Comune di Orta di Atella

Orta di Atella (12 Km)

Comune di Recale

Recale (2 Km)

Comune di San Marco Evangelista

San Marco Evangelista (6 Km)

Comune di San Nicola la Strada

San Nicola la Strada (4 Km)

Comune di San Prisco

San Prisco (1 Km)

Comune di Santa Maria Capua Vetere

Santa Maria Capua Vetere (3 Km)

Comune di Succivo

Succivo (12 Km)

Pro Loco Castel Morrone

Castel Morrone (7 Km)

Pro Loco Pro Loco Valle

Valle di Maddaloni (11 Km)

Comune di Valle di Maddaloni

Valle di Maddaloni (11 Km)

Comune di San Tammaro

San Tammaro (5 Km)

Comune di Portico di Caserta

Portico di Caserta (2 Km)

Comune di Frignano

Frignano (13 Km)

Comune di Gricignano di Aversa

Gricignano di Aversa (12 Km)

Comune di Bellona

Bellona (11 Km)

Comune di Macerata Campania

Macerata Campania (2 Km)

Comune di Teverola

Teverola (11 Km)

Comune di Cervino

Cervino (12 Km)

E.P.T. Ente Provinciale per il Turismo

Caserta (3 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Bellona

Bellona (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Capodrise

Capodrise (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Capua

Capua (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Carinaro

Carinaro (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Casagiove

Casagiove (2 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Casaluce

Casaluce (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Caserta

Caserta (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Castel Di Sasso

Castel di Sasso (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Castel Morrone

Castel Morrone (7 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Cervino

Cervino (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Curti

Curti (1 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Frignano

Frignano (13 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Gricignano Di Aversa

Gricignano di Aversa (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Limatola

Limatola (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Macerata Campania

Macerata Campania (2 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Maddaloni

Maddaloni (8 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Marcianise

Marcianise (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Orta Di Atella

Orta di Atella (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Piana Di Monte Verna

Piana di Monte Verna (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Portico Di Caserta

Portico di Caserta (2 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Recale

Recale (3 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica San Marco Evangelista

San Marco Evangelista (6 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica San Nicola La Strada

San Nicola la Strada (4 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica San Prisco

San Prisco (2 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica San Tammaro

San Tammaro (5 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Santa Maria Capua Vetere

Santa Maria Capua Vetere (3 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Succivo

Succivo (12 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Teverola

Teverola (11 Km)

I.A.T. Ufficio Informazioni e di Accoglienza Turistica Valle Di Maddaloni

Valle di Maddaloni (11 Km)

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Visit Casapulla - Tourism and travel tips for your vacation or weekend.

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Caserta (3,5Km)A trip in Caserta

Arzano (18,6Km)Arzano, clock tower

Naples (26,5Km)Traditional Nativity in Naples

Naples (26,5Km)Napoli Undergroud

Naples (26,5Km)Napoli Solfatare and underwater Park

Naples (26,5Km)The center of Naples

Naples (26,5Km)The cribs

Naples (26,5Km)Naples and the theatre festival

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