SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Amphitheater of Capua, Roman arena in Italy. Tickets, timetables Amphitheater of Capua One of the most important testimonies left by the Roman Empire in Campania.The second largest Roman amphitheater in the entire world! In other contexts, these two elements would be enough to decree the global success of the site.Unfortunately, the reality of the facts is very different and, in fact, the Amphitheater of Capua has never received the right attention, often showing a state of real abandonment. A situation that in recent years seems to be moving along the “right tracks”. Built between the 1st and 2nd centuries AD, the Amphitheater of Capua (also known as the Campania Amphitheater) is located in Santa Maria Capua Vetere in what was once ancient Capua.In this arena, in the presence of almost 60,000 spectators, the most incredible shows were staged. Here there was also an important school where gladiators were trained, to whom an interesting museum is dedicated today. The site’s decline coincided with the fall of the Roman Empire and subsequent devastation by the Vandals and Saracens.Even if vandalised, its majesty remains unchanged and the visit is truly enjoyable especially due to the very minimal presence of tourists. Photo ©, Saverio.G HOW TO GET The Amphitheater is located in the small town of Santa Maria Capua Vetere, in Piazza Adriano, just over 10km from Caserta.It can be easily reached by car, following the SS700 for a good part of the journey. The site can also be reached by train. The station is located a few minutes walk from the Arena. From Naples, passing through Caserta, it takes about 45 minutes and prices start at €4 per person. From Caserta it takes about 10′; the ticket costs €1.30 per personThe service is active from 06:00 to approximately 20:00 with runs every hour. WHAT TO SEE Of the external part, the arena floor is notable, still well preserved. Here, between the wooden planks and the sand, the fights between the gladiators took place.Even more spectacular are the underground rooms, perfectly preserved. Moving through this underground labyrinth, it seems that time has stopped… Attached to the Amphitheater of Capua is the small Gladiator museum where you can admire relics and reconstructions. As mentioned, the site has never enjoyed great tourist importance, which is why it is never crowded. You can walk around it in complete tranquility and enjoy all the magic of this place. AMPHITHEATER OF CAPUA TIMETABLES AND TICKETS The Amphitheater is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 09:00 to 16:40.Always closed on Mondays. The standard ticket costs €2.50 per person and includes access to the Campanian Amphitheatre, the Gladiator Museum and the nearby (and interesting) Archaeological Museum of Capua.The ticket office closes at 3.40pm The Surroundings Belvedere San Leucio Caserta Casertavecchia Royal Palace of Caserta Italy Useful info Airports Destinations Events, Festivals Drive in Italy When to go Reservations Hotel Apartments Rental Car Tour, Experiences map of the place Share the post
Belvedere of San Leucio
SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Belvedere of San Leucio of Caserta. What to see timetables tickets Belvedere of San Leucio Immersed in nature and in a particularly evocative context, dominated by the mountain and with breathtaking views of the valley. A little further on stands the mighty silhouette of Vesuvius. A magical place where time seems to have stopped. A site of unspeakable beauty which unfortunately, even today, does not enjoy the right attention. Despite having been awarded World Heritage status by UNESCO along with the nearby Royal Palace of Caserta. Yet, visiting the monumental complex of the Belvedere of San Leucio, you almost immediately end up being fascinated.Almost immediately it becomes clear why Ferdinand IV of Bourbon, way back in 1773, was so fascinated by this place. And today, almost intact, you can admire the treasures of that time and, above all, you can get an even more specific and unique overall picture of the Bourbon era. HOW TO GET TO THE BELVEDERE OF SAN LEUCIO The monumental complex is located in Via del setificio, 5, in San Leucio di Caserta.It is preferable to arrive independently, with your own car. San Leucio is just over 40km from Naples, and just 6 kilometers from Caserta. Anyone wishing to arrive by public transport will have to use the train to reach the Caserta railway station. From here, every day, the AirCampania bus line 04-UC leaves and reaches its destination in about 15 minutes.The bus runs every day, from Caserta, from 05.45am (first ride) to 9.45pm (last ride). The frequency is 60′. Go down to Piazza della Seta and continue on foot for about 8 minutes. TIMES AND TICKETS BELVEDERE OF SAN LEUCIO The monumental complex is open all year round, from Monday to Saturday, in the morning from 09.30 to 13.30. On Sundays and holidays, in the morning, from 09.30 to 12.00In the afternoon, from April to October, at 3.30pm and 5pm. From November to March, at 3pm and 4.30pm.Always closed on Wednesday afternoons. The adult ticket costs €9. Reduced rate (€6) from 6 to 18 years old.On some days there are special rates of €4 for everyone. WHAT TO SEE The visit is divided into 3 sections.In the ancient Silk Factory you can admire the old machinery and equipment used in silk processing. They have all been restored and are currently in working order.Silk is also the protagonist in the Royal Apartments. Among the beautiful rooms, the marvelous Maria Carolina’s Toilet, the bedroom and the dining room stand out.The royal gardens are beautiful and well-kept. At the Weaver’s House, the environment of a typical worker of the time has been reconstructed, including the furniture from the past. The Surroundings Amphitheater of Capua Caserta Casertavecchia Royal Palace of Caserta Italy Useful info Airports Destinations Events, Festivals Drive in Italy When to go Reservations Hotel Apartments Rental Car Tour, Experiences map of the Place Share the post