Sunday 9 November, in the Palace of Portici, we can make an interesting itinerary to discover one of the most beautiful Italian historical residences
La Palace of Portici, located between the sea and Mount Vesuvius, it was built under the Bourbon dynasty while the architectural project was designed by Canevari and la its neoclassical sumptuousness It is clearly visible from the outside.
The palace, which stands inside a large park, is surrounded by wide avenues surrounded by English gardens where we can admire the Fountain of the sirens, Kiosk of King Charles , Fountain of swans and even an amphitheater. The turf has replaced a good part of the wood that leads to the Royal Palace.
On Sunday 9 November 2014 is scheduled a visit inside the residence where it will be told of King Charles III who had it built. You can admire the beautiful Royal Chapel which replaced the ancient court theater, the Chinese Room, where it stands out that taste of the eighteenth century for the oriental style and the noble area of the Reggia, where the frescoed floors alternate with terraces and staircases.
We will also talk about Mozart, undisputed genius of classical music who went to the Palace only for a courtesy visit because no one ever invited him to perform.
At the same time visitors will be able to participate in the market exhibition entitled "Students on show" and organized by the students of the Department of Agriculture. Activities and exhibitions of craft creations and objects are also planned.
Information on the guided tour of the Palace of Portici
When: November 9, 2014
Where: Palace of Portici, Naples
Ticket price: organizational contribution: 7 €
Timetables:
- 10: 30 meeting of the participants at the Museum ticket office, via 100 Portici University (Na)
- 12 hours: 30 end of the tour
Info and reservations:
- tel: 081 2532016 (Mon-Fri 9,30-14,30)
- email: segreteria@centromusa.it
How to reach the Royal Palace:
- By train: circumvesuviana Portici- via Libertà stop
- By car: A3 NA-SA motorway, Portici-Ercolano exit (follow signs for Reggia di Portici)
