The Casamari Abbey: Architecture

The Casamari Abbey: Architecture

In the cloister at the center of the Casamari abbey an Arabesque style of architecture can be readily observed. The cloister is a square courtyard yard surrounded by a covered walkway.  There is a well at the center of the cloister and the sound of running water can...
Capua and Santa Maria Capua Vettere

Capua and Santa Maria Capua Vettere

Capua is located on a bend of the Volturno river in the Campania region of Southern Italy..  It is a few kilometers north east of Naples.  From the center of Capua you would not know that the river is there as the town is not situated to take advantage of the natural...
Archaeological Park of Baia {Badia?} 1of 2

Archaeological Park of Baia {Badia?} 1of 2

In case you were thinking about touring the Archeological Park of Baia yourself… it’s open from 9:00 am to 1 hour before sunset. It is closed on Mondays. The cost of admission is a paltry 4 euro. Allow yourself about two or three hours to walk through the...
The Arco Felice

The Arco Felice

The Arco Felice is a landmark that dates back to ancient times.  It was built by the Romans in the 1st  century A.D. during the construction of the Domitiana. (the road that connected Naples and Rome).   Because the Roman’s always tried to make their roads...