The square
Piazza Sannazaro, located near the Lungomare Francesco Caraccioloand Riviera of Chiaia, the Vomero district and Posillipo, is among the most elegant squares in the city of Naples.
The square dates back to the end of the nineteenth century when a large one filled with the coast line allowed the construction of the square, the promenade and Viale Gramsci.
At the center of the square stands the fountain with the splendid statue of the Parthenope siren which is positioned on a rock with animals and aquatic plants.
According to Greek legend, he killed himself because his love for Odysseus was not reciprocated and his lifeless body was dragged by the currents in the place where today stands the Castel dell'Ovo. Episode that will give the name to the city of Naples.
The work was carried out, among others, by Onofrio Buccini e Francesco Jerace.
The square is very busy at all hours of the day and night as there are numerous pizzerias, restaurants, kiosks and bars.
Information about Piazza Sannazaro
How to get:
By subway
Subway 2 Line, Mergellina station
By bus
140, 151, C12, Riviera di Chiaia stop
C16, C21, C24, Mergellina - Sannazzaro stop
