This lesson was based on some reading passages about famous places. They were primarily written in the passive voice, which we then studied.
We also spoke about international certification for English. Suor Orsola does not have a testing center, but here is a link to another place where you can take the exam at a good price! PET/FCE/ESOL CERTIFICATION
In addition to that news, I would like to call your attention to a program sponsored by UNESCO - they are looking for students just like you to participate in a Masters Program in Turin about World Heritage at Work. Click on it and check it out!
What is your assignment this week? Write about a famous landmark that is near your hometown, a try to use the passive voice a few times in your writing. I look forward to reading your work, as always!
(Also read the first comment to find out what to prepare for next week!)
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For next week, you should prepare your answers for the discussion we will have in class about HOLIDAYS! Here are the questions:
1.If you could go on holiday anywhere in the world, where would you go? Why? What would you do there?
2.If you could go on holiday with a famous person (living or dead) who would you go with? Why? What would you talk about?
3.Have you ever been on a safari? Would you like to go on one? Why? What are the advantages and disadvantages of safari holidays?
4.Do you prefer holidays where you travel round and stay in different places or do you prefer staying in one place? Explain your reasons to your partner.
5.How important is it for young people to visit other countries?
6.How important is it to find out about the culture and customs of the country you’re going to on holiday?
7.In what ways do you think tourism can be harmful to the local landscape and environment? What, in your opinion, can be done to reduce the damage done by tourism?
8.What benefits can tourism bring to a city/country?
9.To what extent do you think that foreign travel can reinforce people’s perception of national stereotypes?
Be ready to share your answers with the other students in class!
GoodMorning teacher!
we describe of the famous place next to our city, and I have really embarrassment of the choice!
There are many places with great storic value, for example the area archeological of Pompei, that is far 10 minutes by my house!
In this site there are remains of the roman city destroyed by Vesuvius and every years many tourists visit the area archeological.
An other famous place is Amafi Coast, that is Known in all world!
This coast's stretch is located in Campania, between Positano and the Salerno's Gulf.
The UNESCO consider this locality as world heritage in 1997.
The tourism is attracted by various natural landscapes; every city fo the coast has many characteristics and the her tradition.
In my region there are many important areas for history events or for culture,
but I think that sometimes the citizens and the state forgets this great patrimony, and the possibility of the biggest progress for the tourism.
ROSA PAOLA CANDURRO
012002636
GoodMorning teacher!
we describe of the famous place next to our city, and I have really embarrassment of the choice!
There are many places with great storic value, for example the area archeological of Pompei, that is far 10 minutes by my house!
In this site there are remains of the roman city destroyed by Vesuvius and every years many tourists visit the area archeological.
An other famous place is Amafi Coast, that is Known in all world!
This coast's stretch is located in Campania, between Positano and the Salerno's Gulf.
The UNESCO consider this locality as world heritage in 1997.
The tourism is attracted by various natural landscapes; every city fo the coast has many characteristics and the her tradition.
In my region there are many important areas for history events or for culture,
but I think that sometimes the citizens and the state forgets this great patrimony, and the possibility of the biggest progress for the tourism.
ROSA PAOLA CANDURRO
012002636
Near my country there is a city called Caserta, famous in all the world for the royal palace. The royal palace of Caserta is a very big castel with a principal build, that has a rettangular form divided, inside, in four square. In front of the main entrance there is a very big yard, restructured the last year and led to the original form, behind the principal build there is a more bigger yard with giant fountaine, botanical garden and various little build that made the yard a very special pleace.
The story of this castel is very strange, beacouse it was build from king, when caserta owned to the Regno Delle Due Sicilie ,to transform Caserta in a Capital, but when the king dead the son, new king, was not interessed to the project and work went on so slowly.
The designer of the royal palacen was Luigi Vanvitelli, one of most poupular engeener of the kingdom, but, at his dead, the work was following by his son. The build of the castel leave incomplete for the higger costs and beacouse the king must turned back in spain.
Today the people can visited only a little part of the palace (some important rooms), and can turn for the yard for do a pic-nic or for have a bathsun, or for enjoy the peace!
Giovanni Rispo
012002564
Good afternoon teacher!
As famous places next our town I choose to talk about the Royal Palace of Caserta.
It is a wonderfull residence of royal family of Bourbons dating the eighteenth century. It was designed by Luigi Vanvitelli and when he died the palace was finished by his son Carlo.
This royal palace was considered a miniature of the royal palace of Versailles.
It was the last work of Baroque.
The palace was surrounded by an huge garden Italian and English.
It's all very dramatic with the atmosphere created by the multitude of plant species from around the world.
It's wonderfull place known throughout the world and is always full of tourists.
The Royal Palace Of Caserta has been declared heritage of humanity by UNESCO.
ILEANA NAPOLETANO
012002103
The Royal Palace of Caserta was designed and mostly built by Luigi Vanvitelli for the former Bourbon Kings of Naples and their Court. It’s located in Caserta, in the southern part of Italy, and in 1997 was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, representing the last masterwork of Baroque art. Its construction began in 1752, following the example of Versailles. Compared to the latter, anyway, the Royal Palace of Caserta shows some differences regarding its variety and disposition: the Palace, according to Charles VII’s aim, not only was supposed to show the King’s wealth and greatness, but also had to be raised in a location protected from sea attacks and with favourable climatic conditions. After Vanvitelli’s death, the work was brought to an end by his son (1780). The Palace has 1200 huge rooms, a large library, a theatre, an aqueduct, and a central stairway leading to the royal apartments which is - for the first time - put in the middle of a building. The Palace has been designed as a huge building with two facades: one looking on the parade ground, the other one on the gardens, which are crossed by a long valley with artificial fountains and cascades. There is also a botanical garden, called “The English Garden”, in the upper side of the park. San Leucio’s silk factory is also of outstanding interest because of the idealistic principles which underline its original conception and management.
Fichera Laura
012002754
Sorrento is an enchanting town near my hometown that is Castellammare di Stabia. It is not so far, only thirty minutes by car and twenty minutes by train. It is a characteristic place known for its narrow streets with many shops which sell souvenirs and the famous liquor “limoncello”. It is made of the juicy lemons of Sorrento.
Sorrento is situated at the end of gulf of Naples and it is on a promontory which looks out on the sea. Every year in Sorrento, in the good Friday, an important event happens: a procession composed of hooded monks, dressed with a black tunic. They leave from the church and walk around the city singing church songs remembering Christ’s death. Every summer Sorrento is crowded of tourists. I like because it is a quiet town and from its Villa Comunale you can admire a fantastic view of the gulf of Naples
Paola De Martino 112000216
I live in Castellammare di Stabia (between Pompei and Sorrento)and it's a seaside town. In my opinion Castellammare has a lot of famous landmarks. The Archeological one are the rests of the roman's villas, Villa Arianna and Villa San Marco, situated near the hills. In the downtown there's the famous "Cassarmonica" . It's the official landmark of the young people of the town, and I often "use" it to meet my friends. In the square where I live there are also the chatedral and the municipality. This last building belonged to a noble man of the sixteenth century who gave it to the people as amministrative centre of the town. Along the panoramic way we find the modern spa, while the ancient one is situated in the end of the town, on the way of the beaches and near the famous shipyard, that is unfortunately closed now... Anyway, we can drink almost twentyeight different kind of water in both of the spa. Always on the panoramic way, there's the medieval castle belonged to sorrento's people, and that is currently private. Besides all this, Castellammare has many churches, like all Neapolitan cities and a good and romantic landscape. I love it.
Carolina Finizio
012002804
I would like to talk about the “Sassi of Matera”, which are the most famous place in my region, Basilicata. We are very proud because the Sassi were included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993!! They were the first site included in this list in southern Italy!!
The Sassi of Matera are the historical centre of the city of Matera. They represent an outstanding example of a traditional human settlement. The Matera region has been inhabited by man since the Palaeolithic period. It was trasformed over the years, during the Byzantine and Roman period, during the Renaissance and the Baroque.
You can see Rupestrian Churces, caves, old houses in tufa, monasteries excavated in the rock...one of the most famouse place is the “Casa Grotta”:if you visit this house you can realize how people lived in the house dug into the rock before they were abandoned.
I suggest to everyone to visit the Sassi... they are fantastic!! If you walk in the Sassi, you have the feeling of walking in a prehistoric city, completely built with stones. It’s a wonderful experience!!!
Antonella Laus
012002536
Today I describe the famous monuments of my place, Sorrento. First of all I’d like to speak of Sorrento’s history.
It was founded by the Phoenicians, Greek colony and then, until the collapse of the Empire. He was very busy during the first Imperial age as a resort of wealthy patricians, who did build their Villae Maritimae, residences equipped with its own landing from the sea and large private quarters.
Around 9th century Sorrento became a free Dukedom, that in 1100 turned into a sort of protectorate. In 1133 it was conquered by Ruggero the Norman and later became a fief of the Angevin family.
After 1558, the year of the violent invasion of the Turks, he began the construction of the walls of the city, completed in 1567, when he began the construction of coastal towers.
Around 1700 Sorrento began to become a privileged tourist destination for its mild climate; in 1861 it was officially annexed by the Kingdom of Italy.
Sorrento revolves around Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia from which you can reach the sea.
In Corso Italia stands the Sorrento’s Cathedral: in Romanic style it dates to the XVth century; the side door is from the same period and in Renaissance style. Amongst other things the church houses paintings by artists from the Neapolitan school of the 1700s, an archibishops throne in fine marbles and wooden marquetry work of Sorrentine craftsmen of the beginning of the 19th century. Works of art always made by using the marquetry thechnique can be admired in the interior, such as the pictures of the stations of the Cross or the wooden panel of the main and side entrance. These are all works of recent young master of marquetry art.
The Corso Italia leads to Piazza Tasso, Sorrento centre of social life.
In the square we can admire the statue of the patron St. Antoninus and the monument to Torquato Tasso, famous poet and author of the Gerusalemme Liberata. We can see other important monuments,
In Via Parsano we can admire The old walls: the only part of the Greek defensive wall still remaining is under the road at the Porta Parsano Nuova and can be viewed close to the same door. Another ruin of the Greek wall other than that of the Marina Grnde Gate and very limited in size is the small tract of the western and located in via Sopra le Mura. The Roman town was built over the Greek one following the same urban paln with walls of large isodomic blocks. These walls stood to defend Sorrento throught the Middle Ages. Rebuilding began in 1551 and was only completed in 1561 after the tragic Turkish invasion, but today the wall Parsano has been restorated and it’s possible to visit everyday.
In Via San Cesareo we can admire two most important and famous Seats, the Porta Seat and the Dominova Seat,
Dominova seat: This is the only remaining testimony in Campania of the old noble seats and dates to the XIth century. It has a quadrilateral from with two corner arches in piperno permitting the view of the interior of the cupola ond the end walls with 18th century frescoes. The pilastres and polystyle arches with their caporals are in archaic style. The 17th century cupola is formed by green and yellow majolica roof-tiles.
The Porta Seat: in the corner which Via S. Cesareo forms with the Tasso square where the Sorrentine club in now located there once stood a second Seat called Porta because it was originally built near the city’s main gate in the area then called Largo del Castello. After the abolition of the seats it was first turned in to a prison and then a guard-house for the urban militia and finally a meeting place for the Sorrentine club.
Ilaria Ianieri
matricola 012002672
When spring comes, I like long walks on the seafront of Naples and visit one of my favorite sites: The Castle of Egg.
The castle is located on the island of Megaride and its name comes from a medieval legend: the poet Virgil hid an magical egg in the underground of the castle, from this egg comes the fate of Naples.
In the seventh century BC, the Cumani landed on the island and founded the city.
In the first century BC, on the island was built the magnificent villa of Lucius Licinius Lucculus.
Over the centuries the castle has housed monks, kings (Roger II, Frederick II, Charles I of Anjou...) and prisoners.
From the terraced we can see a wonderful landscape and around the castle there is a surreal atmosphere.
Antonella Guarino 012002343
question nr. 3
Goodmorning Teacher,
I was been on a safari some years ago. I went with friends to Tsavo-est Park in Kenya. It was a very interesting adventure, We rented a special jeep and I drove through of savana desert. I saw many wild animals like lions, elephants and giraffes walks freedom. I saw amazing sunsets and I slept in a tent inside the park, so I heared every noise from outside. I still remeber the sound of lions's to roar in the night, it was like the lions was in tent with me!!!
I suggest to everyone this kind of trip because you can understand how is important respect the wild life of animals, and live a really amazing experience that you can never forget.
Luigi Basile
matr-112000243
Good afternoon teacher.
i would like to speak about Positano,a famous landmark that is situated in Amalfi Coast.Hera i spend my holiday every year for this reason i am linked by a deep feeling for this land.This hamlet looks like a small crib,only the sea is horizontal all the land is almost perpendicular.The landshape is composed by many small white houses,is full of domes of churches in majolica tiles,of bougainvillea plants of all colors and tipical lemon trees that with their fragrances fill the narrow streets of hamlet.Famous is the legend that tells of a ship carrying a picture of Madonna and sailed along the coast of Positano.Suddenly the sailors felt a voice that said:"Posa,Posa!" as "Stop me here!" as if speaking the Madonna of picture.So immediately they stopped on the coast and put the picture in the church.The people of Positano and the same place took their name from this legend.At the end i can say that Positano is a magic place for his history and his atmosphere.
Rosa Romano
matricola 015000234
Sant'Agata de'Goti is a small town near Benevento erected on the tufa ramification of the Isclero river. The fascinating town develops at the foot of Maineto montain, that it is rich in sources which convey directly in the "Acquedotto Carolino" designed by Luigi Vanvitelli, producing a deep valley. The plan of the old town is semicircular and the territory is mainly hilly with a mild but windy climate.
A long time ago on the current historic centre of Sant'Agata extended the old "caudina" town of Saticula. During the Roman times this town, Saticula, was the scene of the raids of barbarian tribes: Unni, Vandali and Goti. Instead, during the Middle Ages Sant'Agata was firstly a Longobard province, then a Norman province and finally a Swabian and an Angevin province. When it was conquered by Longobard, Sant'Agata was annexed in the Benevento's Duchy. It was also episcopal see and it had among its bishpos Sant'Alfonso Maria de'Liguori.
The most interesting highlight of Sant'Agata there is surely the historic centre, which it is situated on a tufa terrace. On the urban centre there are several archeological ruins placed in the front of the houses as the epigraphs. Then there is the famous Cathedral dedicated to the Assumption, that it houses valuable works of art and a Romanesque crypt; Sant'Angelo in Munculanis Church; the Norman Castle that it has a room with mythological frescoes; the Annunziata Church; San Menna Church and San Francesco Church, but there is also a famous museum which collects archeological and artistic findings and it has a special section dedicated to the places where Sant'Alfonso lived. Finally there is a bridge with a marvellous view! I love its typical narrow alleyways, its restaurants where you can taste local wine and all typical courses with "mela annurca" and I visit Sant'Agata especially during its "Sannio Film Festival", an international film event that it takes place for 10 days in July, during which the town houses renowned guest stars!
Riccio Sabrina
112000171
Saint Mary of Siponto is the patron of Manfredonia with St. Lorenzo Maiorano. His memory is celebrated on August 30.
Since 1973, the icon of the Virgin of Siponto is kept in a side chapel of the cathedral church of Manfredonia. It is estimated that each year the procession of 31 August together more than 20,000 worshipers.
It is painted on a panel of 129 × 81 cm on which it was attached to the linen with rabbit glue (or fish), according to an ancient technique. The colors used are natural pigments obtained by the technique called "egg tempera". The colors are used according to the technique "enlightenment", with a gradual transition from dark colors to bright ones.
The first records of the existence of the icon you have only starting from 1327 the year when the Archbishop's residence is changed from Siponto in Manfredonia.
However, there are several legends about how the veneration of the Virgin began to Siponto, the first wants the icon were to succeed in Manfredonia in the late fifth century with St. Lorenzo Maiorano from Constantinople. The second, however, wants more in the fifth century, the worship began at the time of the first Bishop Felix I, who, after the Council of Rome, to make devout homage to the Virgin Mother, he built an oratory in his honor where the faithful Siponto could venerate in a special way. In the early sixth century, according to this version, the new Bishop Lorenzo Maiorano replaces the Oratory of happiness with a great basilica that goes by the name of Santa Maria Maggiore Siponto. Even after the transfer in 1327 of the Metropolitan Chapter Siponto at the Cathedral of Manfredonia, the faithful have always continued to venerate it. On August 30, 1872 the icon was damaged by a fire in the cathedral because of devotional candles lit during the period of the patron, and reduced to ashes the bottom of the picture. He was secretly restored for the first time only in 1896, the second restoration took place in 1927 by the restoration workshop of the Vatican City. On 28 August 1955, the patriarch of Venice, Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli (future Pope John XXIII), director of Pope Pius XII crowned the Madonna and baby Jesus in a ceremony attended by 20,000 people in Piazza Duomo.
Remained the famous phrase:
"The crown is pure gold as the hearts of your children that you offer it, as the heart of your pastor that you procured... "
(Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli)
Emanuele Vitulano
012002921
Good afternoon teacher!
I live in Ariano Irpino, a town not far from Puglia, so I would like to write shortly about "Castel del Monte" considered a unique masterpiece of medieval military architecture.
The castle was built about 1240 by Frederick II of Hohenstaufen directly on a rocky bank, on a hill of 540 m. high. It is well known for its octagonal towers inserted on a each of the eight corners. Some of the towers contain tanks for collecting the rain water. Inside the castle there are 16 halls covered by a ribbed cross vault held up by semi-columms. Of very great interest is the sculpture set,once characterized by mosaic tesserae, glazed majolica tiles, glassy paste and wall paintings. In 1996 the Unesco Committie included the castle in the World Heritage List.
Elisa Iodice
012002629
About 40 kilometers far from my home a wonderful place full of history is located in an open valley. I’m talking about “AECLANUM” the ancient roman city situated in the city of Mirabella Eclano, Avellino. There you can walk along a roman road, you can enter the wonderful thermae and walk through those ancient rooms an doors. It was found by the Italian archeologist Italo Sgobbo. Parts of a 1820 meters long surrounding wall can be seen. This wall was built in “opus reticulatum” that’s to say travertine and compact sandstone prisms. All this is put into a green and peaceful countryside where, if you want, you can have a picnic with your friend or family and where you can be fascinated by the magnificence of the antiquities and the ancient times.
Melinda Montone
112000241
Today I would like to talk about a small location near my house: Paestum.
Paestum is located in the Gulf of Salerno,and 10 km the mouth of the river Sele.
Paestum Greek colony was founded in the seventh century.
This is where you find the best preserved Greek temples in the world.
The archaeological area of Paestum was recognized by Unesco in the 1988.
The area has an actagonal shape, inside the wall there are the most famous temples and important historical and artistic testimonials.
The "Temple of Hera" was dedicated to Hera. Hera was the wife of Zeus, and this the oldest temple built in the 550 b.C.
The "Temple of Poseidon" is a classic example of Greek architecture,The building was built in honor of the god Poseidon and Neptune, which gives its name to the city.
The "Temple of Ceres" was built in the city's tallest point.
Also interesting is the Gym, the Anphiteatre, the Market...
Within the excavation was also erected the National Archaeological Museum of Paestum which houses works of the old town.
Paestum is a place of exceptional beauty for archaeological site, for the landscape over the memories of the past that sends.
Paestun formerly called "Poseidon" continues to fascinate world!!!
012002579
Amoruso Francesca
Capri is one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It is situated in the Naples Gulf, near Sorrento. It has always been the favourite place of important people in history, from the Emperor Tiberio to the doctor and writer Axel Munthe. Emperor Tiberio chose this island as his house,in fact,there are a very interesting archaeological site on the island, called the "Tiberio excavations". A lot of important people in history made Capri their vacation or refuge place. The island was very important in all the XX century, for the building of many villas, like Malaparte Villa and Lysis Villa, and for the arrive of some important people, like Axel Munthe, Friedrich Krupp and Pablo Neruda ( he wrote a beautiful poerty about Capri). The most important place in Capri is the "Piazzetta", a square where you can find many bars to take a rest. From there, you should visit the Augusto's Gardens, and the Krupp's street,from where you have a great seaview of the Faraglioni. If you go through Krupp's street, you arrive to Marina Piccola,a place with nice restaurants and a little beach. If you go back from Augusto's Gardens, you should go to Camerelle street, a fantastic place with shops and where you can buy souvenirs. From the piazzetta you can take the bus and go to Anacapri, a place less crowded than tha Capri's heart. Anacapri is beautiful, and there are nice squares and streets, with shops,restaurants and bars. From the Piazzetta, you can take the funicolar or the bus to go to Marina Grande. Here you find a bigger beach than the Marina Piccola ones, and the port,with hydrofoils and ferries to Napoli and Sorrento.
I live in Ischia an island of the gule of Naples. In my iasland here are many beautiful places, one the these places is "Belvedere" square in the town of Forio. From this square you ca to see the whole town. The landescape is characterized by many towers and many churces around which has developed the hisorical center of Forio. The most famous tower is called Torrione. It was buil in the 1480 about to defend the town from pirates. It has circular form whit a big window and balcony to wards the sea.
Among the many churches that you can see the most beautiful is the church of "S. Maria del Soccorso". It was built in the 14th century on the promontory overlooking the sea. In this church is stored a wooden crucifix of 16th century.
The promontory called "Imperatore".
But the square of the "Belvedere" you can see the beautiful beaches of Forio and the beautiful woods of Mount Epomeo.
The Aragonese Castle of Ischia has undergone several changes over time.
First stronghold was built in 474 BC. During 315 BC the Romans used it as a defensive fort and built some habitations. Then, during foreign domination was sacked several times and completely transformed. During volcanic eruptions became a refuge for the Ischia’s Island population. In 1441 the castle was rebuilt and it joined with island with the artificial bridge. In 800 with the Bourbons was used as political prison.
In 1860, following the unification of Italy, the prison was closed and in 1912 was auctioned. To date is private property.
Castaldi Aniello 012002460
I live in Ischia an island of the gule of Naples. In my iasland here are many beautiful places, one the these places is "Belvedere" square in the town of Forio. From this square you ca to see the whole town. The landescape is characterized by many towers and many churces around which has developed the hisorical center of Forio. The most famous tower is called Torrione. It was buil in the 1480 about to defend the town from pirates. It has circular form whit a big window and balcony to wards the sea.
Among the many churches that you can see the most beautiful is the church of "S. Maria del Soccorso". It was built in the 14th century on the promontory overlooking the sea. In this church is stored a wooden crucifix of 16th century.
The promontory called "Imperatore".
But the square of the "Belvedere" you can see the beautiful beaches of Forio and the beautiful woods of Mount Epomeo.
Castaldi Vincenzo 012002435
The town that I'm going to describe is that where I live and its name is Castellammare di Stabia. It is located between the Gulf of Naples and Mount Faito and is one of the most populated towns in Campania region. During the Roman Empire, in these territories, on the hill of Varano, stood the town of Stabiae, a beautiful place in which the Roman nobles built their manors. Castellammare di Stabia is known for its numerous hydrothermal springs as the water of Madonna. The town has in total 28 different types of hydrothermal springs and for this reason there are two different spa in which is possible to drink all different types of water. My town is famous also for its shipyard because here the most famous Italian military ship Amerigo Vespucci was built and launched, in 1931. It is known in all over the world. I recommend everyone to visit my town and discover its beauty.
Simone Izzo 112000221
in my city, Naples, there are many wonderful places, but I prefer Capri, an island near Naples, where, everywhere you are, you seem to be suspended in the sea. Capri there are also many shops where you can do a lot of fun shopping and places of character to spend evenings with friends. Capri was well known by the Romans, in fact in the first century BC was built, probably by the Emperor Tiberius Villa of Tiberius. The villa has been built on the area of 5.500 square meters in height, unusual for that time frame, but necessary for the particular location. In 1937 the archaeologist Amedeo Miuri officially opened the complex called "Villa JOVIS"
COSCIA RITA - 012002021 -
I live in Giugliano,a country that is north of Napoli. The territory of giugliano was inhabited by ancient Italic tribe. Infinite number of archeologic finds attest a serious of Romans settlings.
The tourism is especially concentrated on Coast Domitian,on Lago Patria and on the excavations of Liternum.
Near excavations we can see the finds of Roman city of Liternum where is located the tomb of "Scipione l'Africano".
Among the numerous churches to Giugliano there are: the church of "Santa Sofia" with various stones embedded in the belfry; the church of "Purgatory";the church of "Santa Annunziata" etc...
In particular the church of "Santa Annunziata" is located just minutes from my house,it stands on the square of the Annunziata.
Inside of the church there are numerous paintings from the fifteenth to the eighteenth century; various stucco-works of Antonio Domenico Vaccaro; the wooden ceiling richly carved by artists like Forlì,Stanzione,Lama etc..
All in Baroque style. The outside of church consists of a Baroque style and the most interesting part is the beatiful bell tower of eighteenth century that it rises to three storeys on a basament rusticated.
Angela Mallardo
012002543
The Royal Palace of Caserta is a former royal residence in Caserta, southern Italy, constructed for the Bourbon kings of Naples. It was the largest palace and one of the largest buildings erected in Europe during the 18th century. In 1997, the Palace was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Royal Palace of Caserta was ordered by Charles III of Bourbon, who wanted to be built a palace like that of Versailles.The palace is the work of Vanvitelli and when Vanvitelli died in 1773: the construction was continued by his son Carlo.The palace, defined as the last great construction of the Italian Baroque, was completed in 1845,has some 1,200 rooms and 1790 windows. The palace have a very big garden with many artificial fountains and cascade.There is a botanical garden, called "The English Garden" and the "Italian Garden"
Elena Ansalone
012002892
Paestum is located in Campania, in the Gulf of Salerno is a very ancient city of Magna Graecia, consecrated to Poseidon, but also devoted to Athena and Hera. Paestum is still enclosed by its walls Greek, modified later by the Romans, which were found close to many cemeteries, including the necropolis of Gavdos, accidentally discovered by the Anglo-American in 1944, during the construction of an airstrip . Paestum is one of the most beautiful cities to visit archaeological sites along with Pompeii. The conservation of nature is sacred places of questions even though it must be
accessible to all people who want to visit it. Just be more careful and more civilized.
Francesca Collà Ruvolo
015000241
Vietri sul Mare is an Italian town near Salerno in Campania.
Unesco dichiared Vietri heritage of humanity. Vietri is the first town of Amalfi coast, comeing from Salerno.
Archeology think Vietri has Etruscan origins, but the name “vietri” provided to “veteri”, like romans defined this people.
Important monuments in Vietri are:
Church of San Giovanni Battista, The Portal, Villa Guariglia, Torre di Marina di Vietri, Factori of Ceramics Solimene. The Church of San Giovanni Battista was built in the seventeenth century, in late Renaissance Neapolitan style.
Solimene ceramics factory exemple of local architecture, designed by Paolo Soleri. In the factory there are a vaste collection of contemporary ceramics.
The city lives mainly of tourism, but Vietri has many handicraft industries related to ceramics.
They are starter in the Renaissance by Prince Sansevero.
Francesca Riolo
112000282
Ischia is the place in my heart, where I always spent my holidays from my childhood.
Ischia is a volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, at the northern end of the Gulf of Naples.
It is almost entirely mountainous, with the highest peak being Mount Epomeo at 788 meters.[2] The island has a population of over 60,000 people.Ischia Porto is the name of the main comune of the island. Other community areas include Barano d'Ischia, Casamicciola Terme, Forio, Lacco Ameno and Serrara Fontana.
The main industry is tourism, centering on thermal spas that cater mostly to European (especially German) and Asian tourists eager to enjoy the fruits of the island's natural volcanic activity, its thermal hot springs, and its volcanic mud. For many of the inhabitants on the Italian-speaking island, German and English are second languages. This is because of the large number of German- and English-speaking tourists who visit the island each year.
Visiting this beautiful island you will be fascinated by its mild climate, by its wonderful nature, by its culture and hospitality and by its unique smells.
Ischia is often described as the “Green Island” because of its lush green territory characterized by many rural small villages dominated by the Epomeo hill.
My house is situated in Lacco Ameno,at the bottom of the Vico hill and near the San Montano bay.It is the smallest one in the island.Here you can admire many monuments like the Aragonese tower built during the XV century and the Santa Restituita Sanctuary.
The most traditional dish is the Ischitana rabbit whose most important ingredient is the “Ditch rabbit” called in this way because it is raised in a big ditch created by farmers. Once that it is grew up it is cooked with white wine, onion, little tomatoes and hot pepper. This particular breeding techniques is still today applied offering a very high quality type of meat.
During spring and summer you can find in Ischia many cultural and religious events like: September on the Churchyard, Sant'Anna Feast,Ischia Film festival,Historical Parade of the Ischia Costimes and many other.
You can reach Ischia by hydrofoil in more or less 40 minutes.
IVANA DE MARCO
012002904
I live in a small village in the province of Benevento.
Benevento is a town with 62.177 inhabitant. The foundation of Benevento dating back to remote time. A legend tells that was founded by the greek hero Diomede.
Town Samnite, Roman, Lombard and papal then, it has a considerable historical and artistic heritage and an interesting archaeological heritage.
The principals monuments to visit are:
- roman period:
- Arch of Traiano, it has a single arch ad was erect in Benevento for commemorate the opening of the Via Appia, that connect Roma to Brindisi.
- the Roman Theater, very large, meansure 90 metres of diameter and could hold about 10.000 spectators.
-Longobardo period:
- The walls longobarde;
-The Duomo, consacrated in the 780 d.C by bishop Davide;
-The Church of St. Sofia, completed by Arechi II , Duke of Benevento
- Medieval period:
- The Rocca dei Rettori, erect in the 1321 as the seat of Papal Rectors, is situated at the highest point of the city.
But there are many other monuments to visit, churchs, museums and ancient palaces.
Benevento is a beautiful city where it is worth coming.
I live in a small village in the province of Benevento.
Benevento is a town with 62.177 inhabitant. The foundation of Benevento dating back to remote time. A legend tells that was founded by the greek hero Diomede.
Town Samnite, Roman, Lombard and papal then, it has a considerable historical and artistic heritage and an interesting archaeological heritage.
The principals monuments to visit are:
- roman period:
- Arch of Traiano, it has a single arch ad was erect in Benevento for commemorate the opening of the Via Appia, that connect Roma to Brindisi.
- the Roman Theater, very large, meansure 90 metres of diameter and could hold about 10.000 spectators.
-Longobardo period:
- The walls longobarde;
-The Duomo, consacrated in the 780 d.C by bishop Davide;
-The Church of St. Sofia, completed by Arechi II , Duke of Benevento
- Medieval period:
- The Rocca dei Rettori, erect in the 1321 as the seat of Papal Rectors, is situated at the highest point of the city.
But there are many other monuments to visit, churchs, museums and ancient palaces.
Benevento is a beautiful city where it is worth coming.
Arianna Muto
015000222
I live in Salerno and I’d like to talk about the Arechi Castle that dominates the town. It is said Arechi because the construction of this fortification is traditionally associated with the Longobard Duke Arechi II .The castle was built on the upper part of the imaginary triangle which has as base the slopes of the Mount Bonadias; this scheme has been often reproduced in the miniature of Pietro di Eboli at the end of XII century and in a plant dated 1790, this plant is preserved in the Diocesan Archive of Salerno. In 1960 the Provincial Administration of Salerno acquired the castle and the restoration works started (they lasted until 1982). During these works it has been found a big quantity of medieval pottery and coins, now they are in a small exhibition room. In the restored area of the castle there is a room used for meetings and conferences, moreover, in summer, theatrical performances on open air are represented in the bailey. I like going to the castle because there is a wonderful view over the entire gulf of Salerno and Amalfi Coast, especially in Spring and Autumn.
Barbara Carratù
012002389
Good evening proff,
I would like to speak to one of the important places for me that my beautiful city, Syracuse. It is located in Sicily and was declared cultural heritage of Unesco. The fame of Syracuse is linked to its history because it was dominated by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and etc. In addition, the various dominations that have governed had at their disposal a strategic point with Maniace castle and a great port that goes from the tip of Siracusa to the tip of Pero. The climate is mild and rainy in winter and hot in summer drought from June to September the temperature ranges from 30 to 35-38 ° C.
Simply wonderful!!
Martina Bellomo
015000214
Ischia is a beatiful island in the bay of Naples; near there are Procida and Vivara.
Ischia was formed after some volcanic eruptions.
Today is most famous in the world for the spas, indeed every years welcomes tuorist who choose it for visit your spas and monument like Aragonese Castle.
The spas were already know ancient of Greeks and Romans.
Other characteristics is the viticultore.
I love Ischia because ervery years I have the possibility to admire the landscape, and the nature.
Annalisa Giussani 112000268
A famous landmark near my hometown (Bagnoli) is the pier.
It was built in 1890 and it was a construction of the Italsider, the old industry of the town.
It was used as a berth for ships carrying steel. When the industry was closed in 1991, the pier was abandoned to its degradation; in fact, for many years, it was used by kids to dive into the sea. Fortunately it was restored in 2005 and today it has become a major attraction for tourists and especially the Neapolitans.
It’s the ideal place for families with children, but also for young couples…in fact it is highly recommended for romantic walks in the evening!
When the sun is shining you can go jogging or skating. But the greatest thing is the view…you can admire the island of Nisida, Capri, the Amalfi Coast and the Gulf of Pozzuoli.
Certainly the pier has not been declared heritage of umanity by UNESCO, but I hope that one day it will be!
Valeria Vanacore
012002879
In 1815 Ferdinand IV of Bourbon bought for his wife,Lucia Migliaccio,Duchess of Floridia, the estate of Prince Giuseppe Caracciolo of Torella, on the hill of Vomero in Naples.
On that estate stood an imposing villa in the first half of the eighteenth century that Ferdinand IV of Bourbon, in honor his wife, called "Floridiana".
The architect Antonio Niccolini was commissioned to renovate the old building and between 1817 and 1819 built the villa in the neoclassical style and the extensive gardens of the romantic style.
The director of the botanical garden Friedrich Dehnhardt adorned the park with 150 species of plants, including oaks,pines,plane trees, palm trees,boxwoods, and a rich collection of camellias.
The house was made with a simple rectangular facade wich,by virtue of the strong landslide soil, consisted of three floors and is employed directly by the sea.
Besides the private apartments of the duchess and the ladies, Niccolini placed a dining room, a small rectangular chapel, a colonnaded atrium that connected with a staircase to the apartment above, a biliard room, an interview room and a large gallery.
Today little remains of the furnishings and decor inspired by the early classical subjects.
Example the decoration of the large gallery, wich still exists, consisting of fillers that are in perfect harmony with the simplicity of the architecture outside.
Since 1927 the Villa Floridiana houses the museum dedicated to decorative arts: The National Museum of Ceramics Duke of Martina.
The museum houses a rich collection of objects of the second half of the nineteenth century,collected,stored and donated to Naples in 1911 by the Duke of Martina.
The park is a striking alternation of meandering paths and shady groves; to enhance the romantic atmosphere and picturesque park, the architect Antonio Niccolini inserted a series of fake ruins, statues and architectural elements, some of wich still exist.
Remember among other things, the Ionic temple with its columns framing the magnificent views of the city and theater of verdure, elliptical structure bounded by: a low hedge of myrtle, trees on the scene, and a double staircase of piperno in the audience, and also champs caves that matched the passion of the Duchess for exotic animals, birds of all kinds hosting, tigers, bears, lions and kangaroos.
The complex originally consisted of two houses called respectively, Vila Lucia and Villa Floridia separated by a valley in addition to thr teather to open and the classical temple.
the Floridian was the purchased by the State in 1919.
Today the park is the relaxing green space in the heart of vomerese crowded neighbourhood, a place for a sunday stroll or for playing children.
But the beautiful winding roads of the park, the nineteenth-century architecture, the beautiful landscape that can be seen from the lookout and the National Museum of Ceramics Duke of Martina, make it an important tourist and cultural destination.
Maria Sofia Cosentino
Matricola:012002576
Napoli 9/5/11.
I live in a city called Pozzuoli, and near my city there is another important city,Caserta. Caserta is famous for the royal palace. This palace was build by Vanvitelli for the king Charles III of Bourbons, for his family and his court. In this palace there are two garden (an Italian and an English garden). The royal palace of Caserta has been declared "Heritage of humanity" by UNESCO.
Martina Squillace
Matricola 012002793
I would describe the temple of Venus, it is situated in Baia, a small town of Naples.The temple of Venus is located on the quay of the port of Baia. This is one of the three monumental buildings colled"Temples",characteristic of the Bahia.This traditionally called the Venus, is date at the age of Hadrian(second century A.D.)
The body of the temple appears to move withing and autside the octagon, whit reinforced corners by pilasters and the top of the drum is marked by the opening of eight windows in connection whit the same octagonal.
Currently, the Temple of Venus is buried to a considerable depth so that the base of the building is only partly visible.You can visit simply locate the houses and going to it. Strongly advised not to go inside.
Nunzia Palumbo
012002840
VIVARA
I would like to talk about the small volcanic island of Vivara near Procida, one of the Flegree island, in the Bay of Naples. It seems that its name comes from the Latin “Vivarium”. The island is uninhabited and surrounded by a spectacular deep blue sea, It’s shaped like a half moon and It is connected by a little bridge to Procida island. Vivara is a wildlife reserve, point of interest of biologists and physiologists for the flow of migratory birds. Vivara is a place of great interest for some archaeological traces of Bronze Age and the researches and studies are currently in care of the Suor Orsola Benincasa University. From 1997 to 1993, the philosopher and naturalist Giorgio Punzo lived there and, with his meticulous work, helped to preserve and enhance the natural environment on the island. He wasn’t supported by local institutions and he was, finally, evicted from the island. Since then, Vivara has been subject to vandalism actions and decay. Currently, the island became a state nature reserve and “Site of Community Importance”, which is the President-designate the neapolitan entrepreneur Maurizio Marinella, “the king of the ties”.
Stefania di Vincenzo
012002888
Baia at the center flegreo residential astonishment, coveted by the most eminent Roman and chosen by the imperial family itself for its healthy climate and the therapeutic properties of its waters. The most conspicuous evidence of this exploitation is the vast and complex architecture of the so called Spa, which is likely to recognise what remains of the imperial Palatium. The complex which is possible to distinguish the different nuclei and different building phases of construction, unfolds spectacularly along the hillside with a series of terraces, stairways, porches, nymphs, and with bold architectural solutions, as in the Baths of Sosandra and three salt called Neapolitan antiquarian literature "Temple of Diana,” "Temple of Mercury" and "Temple of Venus. " In addition to the complex, which occupied, as recent investigations have shown underwater, including the area now flooded by the effects of bradyseism, you can visit the nearby monumental park that opened in 1980 as a picnic area in green, contains within it a number of structures not yet systematically explored, but certainly relevant to this complex, whose original, identified with the house of C. Julius Caesar, was recently brought to light.
RobertoMattera
015000230
Good Morning Teacher!
Although not born in Naples, but in the far north, I always loved this city, for its beauty stradonarie I think are unique. Naples was founded by the Greeks, Romans and after a long period dominated by the Byzantines, was the capital with the United Angevin and Aragonese. Naples in 1400 was one of the most important city in the world. In 1600 he experienced the difficulties of the increase of population and urban riots, but thanks to the rise of Charles of Bourbon in 1734, has taken to be the second most important city in Europe. Capital until 1860, Naples has seen in a long period of decay 900 political, administrative and economic, that perhaps today, touched the lowest peak since its foundation. I hope for this city there is a better future, but above all I hope that citizens are more positive!
One of the main historical monuments, symbol of my city (Naples), is the New Castle, known as the Maschio Angioino.
Its construction is owed to Charles I of Angiò, who gave the responsability to build it to the french architect Pierre de Chaule. Works started in 1279 and ended three years later, a very short time considering old construction technics and the big dimensions of the building, that dominates Piazza del Municipio on one side and the port on the other side.
The main masterpieces of the historical building are: the triumphal arc, the palatine chapel, the barons room with its vault shaped like a star and the chapel of purgatory souls.
Roberta Caiazzo
Matricola 012001665
A famous landmark that is near my hometown is the "Temple of Serapide".
It's located in the center of Pozzuoli(my hometown).In this place there are Roman ruins.In Roman age it was the market and it was built in the end of I century A.D..The site is often visited by tourists because it's located near the port.
Daniela Amatista
012002869
The Royal Palace was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and it is one of the many mansions that belonged to the Bourbon dynasty in Naples. It was commissioned by Charles III of Bourbon,and it was built by the architect Luigi Vanvitelli who began work in 1751. Charles III of Bourbon wanted his home could stand comparison with that of Versailles, but in my opinion, the work of Vanvitelli passed by all points of view the abode of the kings of France. In fact, for me the palace of Caserta is simply spectacular, much of the Palace of Versailles. The Royal Palace of Caserta is surrounded by the Italian garden and the english garden. There are many fountains that mark the location of the park, each of which contains works of art in marble. In back of the park is dominated by the "Grande Cascata" where a large amount of water falls into a basin adorned with the famous group of Diana and Actaeon. Within the palace were shot several scenes of Italian and foreign films. The Royal Palace of Caserta is certainly one of the cultural heritage of Italy's most envied, most charming and beautiful that exists in the world.
012002870
Sonia Nicolella
I'm came from Foggia , and must famous church in my city is Beata Maria Vergine Assunta in cielo . This church was built in 1731 by the people of foggia . It's built in baroc style after the discovery of a Icona that represents the Virgin who was covered by seven veils . Outside the church there are many monster animals , to which the faithful are afraid . The crypt is very interesting it's situated under the church. Here are buried many of the bishops who governed the cattedral . The church was destroyed by many earthquakes and rebuilt many times .
Maria Buca 01500219
Chapel San Severo is the most important building in Naples. it's situated near San Domenico place and near San Severo palace . There are many legends about this chapel, becouse Raimondo di Sangro prince of San Severo was considerated a mad scientist . Raimondo invented a liquid that can petrify any materials, in fact there are a Criasto velato and two anatomical machines, on think they was his servants. even with modern technology we can not understand the method used by Raimondo.
Roberta Zambardino 015000232
One of the main landmarks of my hometown is San Martino,where is the certosa.La Certosa di San Martino has been enriched over the centuries of artistic, historic and architectural heritage of prestigious, including marble and stucco, frescoes and paintings, sculptures and precious furniture.also is a major monumental sites of Naples is by far one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture and art.By San Martino you can also enjoy the unique landscape and see the whole city of Naples.
Gabriella Navarro
Matricola 112000265
Naples is a city full of beautiful and interesting places to visit. One of my favorite places is the Charterhouse of San Martino where you can enjoy the splendid panorama of the city. It is situated on the hill of Vomero, next to Castel Sant 'Elmo. The Museum of San Martino is located in the Charterhouse, where there are different works of Bourbon Naples until the post-unification period.
Near Naples there are many Landmark but my favourite is Sorrento.
I love this town. I spent there many of my summers.
I don’t know why, but Sorrento relax me.
I think that Sorrento is known in all the world for his beautiful see and landscapes but also for his delicious food.
For me Sorrento is a town without time; it’s like being in a postcard.
There are the many views on the see and the garden full of lemon trees.
There is one street, that I love, “ the Budello” (as it is called by the sorrentini) which is very close and full of shops that sell the typical products of Sorrento.
The thing that I much love are the olives trees which are plants in a particular way.
It’s a town full of traditions, in the Easter week take place a beautiful procession, it’s more exciting.
In the summer, Sorrento, is rich of tourists but for me is ever beautiful, in each season.
Palmer Federica
012002839
One of the most beautiful place near my hometown is city of Sorrento.
Sorrento is a beautiful city visited every years by million of tourist fascinated by the beautiful landscape and sea.
The city is famous for lemons and for liquor limoncello and for nice and relaxing atmosphere.
For sure a holiday in Sorrento is an experience full of beauty and unforgettable fishes plates.
Benedetta Sofi
012002820/112000280
I live in Senerchia, a small village near Avellino.
The landmark is Naples.
Naples is a wonderful city opposite Capri and near Sorrento.
The historyc center of Naples is very famous in the world.
In the historyc center the are some baroque and medieval churches and some art art works of important artist.
Naples is so famous for pizza and its fantastic landscape: the sky and sea are always blue.
Many turist go to Naples every years especially in Spring when museums are open for "the season's museum".
I like very much Naples
Laura Di Napoli 012002787
I live in Villaricca, a little landmark in the north of Naples. It isn't a famous place to visit, but its history is very interesting. In ancient time, Villaricca was call "Panicocoli", that is "cook-bread", a kind of "baker" where the people could buy the best bread in the area. The first meeting place of Villaricca, was the Church of Saint Simplicio, on which ruins was born the Church of Saint Maria dell'Arco, in 1407, that today is the most important church in the landmark. Another important building is the Baronal Palace, that was edificate in XV century; under the floor were a secret rooms, that today are in good condition of conservation, and behind the palace was a big garden, that today is a public garden. I advice to visit Villaricca, especially in the first week of September, when there is a Feast of the "Giglio".
Natascia Vano
012002841
The Royal Palace of Caserta is a royal residence in Caserta built by Luigi Vanvitelli for the Bourbon kings of Naples. In 1997, the Palace was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site as the masterpiece of baroque Art.
The architect Vanvitelli used as political and social model for is palace the famous french residence Versailles.
The palace has some 1,200 rooms, including two dozen state apartments, a large library, and a theatre. But most of all, the Royal Palace of Caserta has one of the most beautiful park in the world, also inspired by the park of Versailles. It the starts from the back façade of the palace,with artificial fountains and cascades.
There is also a botanical garden, called “The English Garden”, in the upper side of the park.
Maria Vecchione
012002610
Next to my city there is the Royal Palace of Caserta.
The palace was building during the 18th century, infact the construction was begun in 1752 for King Charles III of Naples by the acrchitect Luigi Vanvitelli, but was finished in 1780 by the Luigi's son, Carlo.
The model for Vanvitelli's palace was Versailles.
The palace is sourrounded by a large garden who is divided in two part, the italian garden and the english garden. The two garden are connected by a lot of fountains and cascades, for example the fountain of Venus and Adoins or the fountain of Aeolus.
I visited the Royal Palace of Caserta when I was at school, with my class. I was very fascinate to the palace for his magnitude and his atmosphere and I think that everyone should visited it, if is posible.
Ludovica Caravante
012002900
The Royal Botanical Garden is one of the most interesting landmark of Naples. This beautiful Garden was founded at the beginning of the 19th century at a time when this Partenopean city was dominated by the French. The actual work done by the Botanical Garden is mainly research, teaching and the conservation of rare species or those at risk of extinction besides the cultivation and presentation of museum collections and the organization of artistic and cultural exhibitions. It is also an ethnobotany section of the Garden where plants are studied that are potentially useful, medicinally, to humans.
Veronica Febbraro
012002755
I believe that Naples doesn't need a landmarks, because it is the landmark of itself. Maybe, Naples could be considered an important landmark by other cities, even if I think that every city has to need only itself, for example Caserta may rely on its Royal Arts, represented by Royal Palace,or for example Salerno may rely at the natural beauty, because, in my opinion, panorama is art,Salerno has beautiful places like Amalfi, Positano (in which many scenes of tv series "Capri" were realized), or Minori and Maiori (I love this last!!) where we could know the middleage history thanks to beautiful castle built in case of attack from Saracens. Maiori Castle, called "S. Nicola's Castle", is object of numerous ghost stories, and I have been participating in one of them!
So also Benevento, that I don't know so good, is a beautiful and artistic place. I prefer this city when it organizes feasts of the country,in fact I often go in it to enjoy. I love them. Because, in my opinion, even food is art, antropologic art!
VALERIA DE GREGORIO
012002782
This is a nice question! A reference point that is near my city Castle Arechi is located above sea level overlooking the city and the Gulf of Salerno.
It is a medieval castle called "Arechi" because its construction was commissioned by Duke Lombard Arechis II. The castle today consists of a central section, protected by towers
combined between them with a wall. After a long period of neglect following the unification of Italy,
the castle became the property of the province of Salerno who began restoration work after the flood of 1954. The Castle over the centuries has been called differently: "the Castle" simply "castellaccio", "the Castle" to distinguish it from other fortifications.
Napoli Marianna
015000239
I live in Aversa a very important town with a very interesting history.
Aversa was founded in 1029 by Rainulfo Drengot and it was the first "Norman County" of Italy. The queen Giovanna I lived herein her castle, where today it is possible to admire only the ancient church of "madonna di Casaluce".
In my town there are many churches built during the norman dinasty. Enclosure walls were erected and nowadays you can still to see them.
In my opinion the "Arco dell'Annunziata" is the most beautiful piece of my town. It is one of the ancient doors of Aversa. Nowadays if you look Aversa you can catch the right union between the past and the present. There are a lot of bar and shops situated into the old alley. In this way you can live your spare time living the old time.
M.Grazia Della Gatta
matricola 012001981
I come from Salerno and near my city there is one of most important archeological excavation: PAESTUM.
It is a Greek ancient site and is famous for is big and imposing temples. There are many studies on the provenance of the material that was used to building the temple and the instruments that the ancient have used. Today we can visit this site to taking a beautiful walking in the nature of Paestum.
Maria Rosaria D'Avino
015000227
I was born in Vico Equense near Sorrento. It is a country protected from UNESCO even if I don’t know of art works to resotre. However it is a place to protect for its beauties of nature.
Adriana De Gennaro
015000226
I Live in Salerno and in my city there is The Arechi’s Castle. Arechi castle is a medieval and was built on Mount Bonadies, which is 300 metres above sea level and dominates the town from the north forming a triangular defensive system. The castle attained military importance in the 8th Century, during the reign of the Lombard Prince Arechi II. It was considered a strategic position for the town on the Mediterranean coast and an excellent access both for commercial and for defensive purposes, hence the fortification of the old Salernum, which became Capitol of the Benevento Duchy.
Stefania Siano
015000218
Near my town, Portici, in province of Naples there is a small twn,Ercolano, that lives of the western foot of Mount Vesuvio , on the Bay of Naples. It was built on the nulcanical material left by the eruption of Vesuvius (A.D. 79)
that destroyed the city of HERCOLANEUM, from which the present name is derived. Every day, many tourists come to visit the archeological excavations of Hercolaneum.The aucient tradition the name Hercolaneum comes of Greek hero Heracles, indicotin that the city was a Greek origin. In fact , it seems that the town at the end of the 6th centrary come under central and was used as a trading past because of its proximity to the Greek of Naples. The vulcania water and debris cavering Hercolaneum left it, has clearly been left in storage og another 1600 years.
The are important buildings are: the House the Genius, tha House of Argus and the house of Aristided.
loredana calabrese
matricola 015000236
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