Highlights
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BAY OF NAPLES EMERALD TOUR
A luxury excursion by elicopter over the Gulf of Naples will let You appreciate the most important... [continue] -
AMALFI COAST, POSITANO & SORRENTO ( WITH DRIVER ONLY )
This tour is ideal to satisfy the different desires of relax with the free time for quiet... [continue] -
POMPEII AND HERCULANEUM EXCURSION
With a guided tour in Pompeii and Herculaneum, you can begin your exploration of the mystery... [continue] -
ANCIENT POMPEII, SORRENTO, AMALFI COAST & POSITANO TOUR
Enjoy an overview of the Amalfi Coast, visit the famous village of Positano, explore with a... [continue] -
POMPEI, SORRENTO & CAPRI EXCURSION
Explore the ruins of Pompeii on a guided walking tour. Enjoy Sorrento with its stunning views... [continue] -
CAPRI AND THE BLUE GROTTO EXCURSION
A guided tour on the most popular island, the visit of the Blue Grotto is included in the program. [continue] -
VESUVIO WINE TOUR
We have prepared this half-day wine touring itinerary which can be perfectly combined with... [continue] -
SORRENTO, POSITANO, AMALFI AND RAVELLO
By car and by boat an exclusive tour along the Sorrento Coastline stopping in Amalfi , Positano... [continue] -
HIGHLIGHTS OF POMPEI - TWO HOURS GUIDED TOUR -
Meet our licensed guide at the train station or by the ticket office, and start to enjoy a... [continue]
San Severo Chapel, Spaccanapoli, the crib alley Naples S. Gregorio Armeno
| Location: | Naples |
| Available Days: | all days |
| Dates: | from Jan 01 to Dec 31 |
| Inclusions: | Guide service |
| Price: | According to the number of the partecipants. |
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The historical center: Cappella Sansevero, Via S.Gregorio Armeno, Duomo, Church of the Gesù Nuovo. Naples is a mysterious and superstitious town. The city history balances between truth and imagination. This guided tour, right in the heart of the historical center, will let you discover some of the mysteries and legends of Naples.
The Sansevero Chapel, temple of masonry and esoterism; among 18Th century marble masterpieces, such as the " Veiled Christ", you will learn the history of Prince Raimondo di Sangro, an alchemist and inventor. He created two replicas of the human circulatory system, that can be seen beneath the Chapel.
The famous crib-alley of San Gregorio Armeno, where the best artisan of terracotta nativity scenes will show you their skills.
The Duomo, the main church of the city, one of the masterpiece of Neapolitan Baroque: the chapel of the Patron Saint of Naples, San Gennaro. Here twice a year, the coagulated blood of the Saint liquefies. Is that Faith or superstition?
Walking through "Spaccanapoli", artery of the ancient Greek-Roman city, you can reach the Church of Gesù Nuovo, another splendid example of Neapolitan baroque. The strong sense of religion is shown by the reliquaries and ex-voto offerings displayed all over the church.In Santa Chiara there is a lovely cloister, with 18th century hand-painted majolica tiles, is a peaceful area in the middle of the city. The "Museo dell'Opera", recently opened inside the walls of the monastery, houses objects and decorative ornaments from Santa Chiara. In the section devoted to archaeology, you can see the ruins of a Roman bathhouse that extend outside the museum.
The Sansevero Chapel, temple of masonry and esoterism; among 18Th century marble masterpieces, such as the " Veiled Christ", you will learn the history of Prince Raimondo di Sangro, an alchemist and inventor. He created two replicas of the human circulatory system, that can be seen beneath the Chapel.
The famous crib-alley of San Gregorio Armeno, where the best artisan of terracotta nativity scenes will show you their skills.
The Duomo, the main church of the city, one of the masterpiece of Neapolitan Baroque: the chapel of the Patron Saint of Naples, San Gennaro. Here twice a year, the coagulated blood of the Saint liquefies. Is that Faith or superstition?
Walking through "Spaccanapoli", artery of the ancient Greek-Roman city, you can reach the Church of Gesù Nuovo, another splendid example of Neapolitan baroque. The strong sense of religion is shown by the reliquaries and ex-voto offerings displayed all over the church.In Santa Chiara there is a lovely cloister, with 18th century hand-painted majolica tiles, is a peaceful area in the middle of the city. The "Museo dell'Opera", recently opened inside the walls of the monastery, houses objects and decorative ornaments from Santa Chiara. In the section devoted to archaeology, you can see the ruins of a Roman bathhouse that extend outside the museum.



