 Visitors to the city of Naples and the surrounding area will discover an absolutely unique and beautiful place. Thousands of years of history going back to even before the founding of Rome will accompany you step by step on an unforgettable voyage of discovery. The climate is ideal, with long hot summers cooled by sea breezes and mild winters warmed by the Mediterranean currents. Wherever you turn, Naples’ rich architectural heritage reveals traces of the many different peoples who have ruled over the city throughout the centuries, making any visit a truly fascinating experience. The hundreds of historic churches house masterpieces by some of the world’s greatest painters, providing evidence of a strong religious faith that is still very much alive today. The centuriesold craft of the presepe, or nativity scene, is a vivid reminder of
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 Naples and the surrounding area offers a wealth of stunning scenery and outstanding art treasures, as well as a fascinating glimpse into everyday life in southern Italy. But as anybody who has been here will tell you, Naples is not just a feast for the eyes. The unmistakable smells and tastes of the city will make you want to stop and enjoy two of life’s simple and perhaps greatest pleasures: good food and wine. The art of Neapolitan cuisine has evolved over many centuries. Based on an extraordinary variety of local produce, it is famous all over the world for epitomizing the Mediterranean diet and healthy eating. The three cornerstones of Neapolitan cooking are fresh ingredients, imaginative combinations and the generosity of the Neapolitans themselves, always happy to share their gastronomic delights with you. Not just for pretentious foodies or culinary snobs, Neapolitan food is made to
be enjoyed by everyone. Naples’ culinary heritage boasts hundreds of delicious dishes and local products, known and loved the world over. In addition,the province of Naples is home to some of Italy’s top pasta manufacturers and cheese farms. Just walking around the city streets is enough to make your mouth water, as the tantalizing smell of wood-fired pizza and delicious-looking street food wafts by. |
 The creativity and ingenuity of Neapolitans is visible wherever you look, even in simple everyday activities. But their skill and
workmanship can best be appreciated in the wide variety of traditional and locally produced craftwork. Even watching a pizza chef at work as he tosses the dough is like poetry in motion. The people of Naples and the surrounding area are gifted with great skill and dexterity. Walking around the city centre you cannot fail to be amazed by the beauty of handcrafted Neapolitan artefacts, from wrought iron to inlaid marble. Naples also prides itself on its musical heritage, and still today the city is home to dozens of workshops where master craftsmen make much sought-after, high-quality stringed instruments.
The city is a showcase for the talents of local craftspeople, particularly at Christmastime when spectacular nativity scenes are put on display and brought to life by exquisitely made crib figures. Made from terracotta and wood, all the shepherds, animals, wise men and the holy family are painstakingly hand finished and painted by skilled artists. |
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