Naples is 185 km southeast of Rome. It is an important port, centre of industry and commerce.
The centre of Greek Naples was near the present port and quickly developed into a rich economic centre of Campania. The Romans conquered the area in 326 B.C. Naples, however, retained its Greek character until the fall of the Roman Empire in 79 A.D, when the surrounding towns were devastated by the eruption of Vesuvius, including Pompeii and Herculaneum.the Old Town of Naples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the largest historic centres in Europe.
What makes Naples unforgettable is not only its beautiful location on the bay, but also the islands of Capri, Procida and Ischia. Also the ramparts of the Sorrento peninsula facing Capri and with the volcanic Vesuvius in the nearby hinterland.
Naples is the centre of a large number of monuments.You can see several castles, fortresses and churches, as it has the largest number of religious buildings in the world. The most interesting experience awaits you when you visit the ancient underground tunnels, cellars and sewers.Some of Naples' most important historical monuments include the imposing Castel Nuovo.
