Spend a few days in the stunning city of Caserta, one of the bigger cities in the region of Campania in the south of Italy. This is the perfect place to spend a few days during your Italian holiday to southern Italy as it is home to some breath taking tourist attractions.
Why not stay in a stunning luxury villa in Campania, not far from Caserta where you can relax and enjoy the views after a busy day of sightseeing? Caserta city is built at the foot of the Apennines and is situated forty kilometres north of Naples.
It’s close to famous archaeological sites like Pompeii and Herculaneum that dwell under the dormant volcano called Mount Vesuvius.
Why not stay in a stunning luxury villa in Campania, not far from Caserta where you can relax and enjoy the views after a busy day of sightseeing? Caserta city is built at the foot of the Apennines and is situated forty kilometres north of Naples.
It’s close to famous archaeological sites like Pompeii and Herculaneum that dwell under the dormant volcano called Mount Vesuvius.
The most famous and beautiful sight to behold in Caserta is the magnificent Royal Palace of Caserta. This 18th century palace was the largest in Europe for a long time and is made up of more than 1,200 rooms! It was designed by the well known architect, Luigi Vanvitelli. The surrounding park is made up of stunning lakes, waterfalls and ornately designed gardens.
The lavish decor and interior design of the palace is truly mesmerising. It features in famous films like “Star Wars” and “Angels and Demons” It has been awarded as being a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is visited by thousands of tourists every year.
The lavish decor and interior design of the palace is truly mesmerising. It features in famous films like “Star Wars” and “Angels and Demons” It has been awarded as being a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is visited by thousands of tourists every year.
Another truly spectacular sight to behold is another of Luigi’s designs; the majestic Aqueduct of Vanvitelli. This is a perfect example of this master architect’s genius and keen eye for creating beautiful monuments out of practical constructions.
The city of Caserta itself has lots to offer visitors. Why not begin your tour in Piazza Vanvitelli where there is a massive green and in a centre, a statue built in honour of the great man himself! Stroll around the lively markets that take place every day in Piazza Matteotti where you can try samples of delicious local cuisine and admire a wide range of arts and crafts.
So why not add Caserta to your list of places to visit during your next exciting getaway to Italy...it’s just waiting to be explored by you!
The city of Caserta itself has lots to offer visitors. Why not begin your tour in Piazza Vanvitelli where there is a massive green and in a centre, a statue built in honour of the great man himself! Stroll around the lively markets that take place every day in Piazza Matteotti where you can try samples of delicious local cuisine and admire a wide range of arts and crafts.
So why not add Caserta to your list of places to visit during your next exciting getaway to Italy...it’s just waiting to be explored by you!
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picture 1: Tango7174 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Hpschaefer / CC BY 2.0;
picture 3: Marcok / CC BY-SA 3.0
picture 1: Tango7174 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Hpschaefer / CC BY 2.0;
picture 3: Marcok / CC BY-SA 3.0