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The Museo di Capodimonte, or Museum of Capodimonte, is an art museum in Naples, Campania. Located in the Palazzo di Capodimonte, originally a hunting lodge and summer residence of the kings of the Two Sicilies, it brings together Neapolitan, Italian and ancient Roman art and decorative art.

The National Gallery occupies the first and second floors and the royal apartments elsewhere in the building are furnished with 18th century furniture and a collection of porcelain from the various royal residences.

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Gargano is a sub-region of the province of Foggia in Apulia in Italy. It is probably most well-known for its National Park and natural beauty. Like most of the south of Italy, it is comprised of rocky cliffs and azure seas but is especially lush due to the fact that the peninsula is partially covered by forestry.

This is made up of the remains of an ancient forest of beeches and oaks (the “Foresta Umbra” that was once part of the forestry which covered most of central Europe) as well as the Apennine deciduous montane forest.

Ischia Island, off the coast of Naples, has been a resort destination since Roman times due to its thermal waters.

Since then it has played host to film stars, like Liz Taylor and Richard Burton, and films themselves, such as Anthony Minghella's “The Talented Mr Ripley” and “Cleopatra”, starring Taylor.

Located in the Tyrrhenian Sea, this volcanic island is comprised of dramatic rock formations and lush vegetation. Not only is it a visual treat, there is also lots to do on this island.

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Basilicata, one of the lesser-known regions of Italy, is less densely populated than much of the country and is both rich in history and has unpolluted natural scenery all around. The city of Potenza is its capital and is the highest regional capital in Italy. Perched up high, it has beautiful views sweeping over the lush Basento Valley. This could be the perfect tranquil spot for your next escape to a italian luxury villa. The city's origins go back to the 9th century B.C. and, as a result, it is steeped in history and things to see and do. One of the most impressive sights is the Duomo, or Cathedral, of San Gerardo.

La Notte della Taranta is an annual music festival held in Salento, Apulia (or Puglia) and is the largest music festival in Italy. Established in 1998, it has grown and grown into the event it is today which has a fantastic international reputation and draws huge crowds each year.

Events take place in a variety of locations in the municipalities of the province of Lecce from the 5th of August culminating in a giant closing concert in Melpignano on August 22nd .