The Basses of the Historic Centre of Naples: a journey into the heart of Neapolitan tradition

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The Basses of the Historic Centre of Naples: a journey into the heart of Neapolitan tradition

The Neapolitan bassi, those flats that occupy the ground floor of the historic buildings in the centre of Naples - characterised by their location directly on the street - are places that stand the test of time, and become symbols of resilience and continuity. The bassi are places that tell the story of Naples of yesterday and today; a testimony to the indissoluble bond between the city's history and its people.

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The Fascination of the Orthogonal Street Plan of Naples

The orthogonal scheme of Naples is not just an urbanistic feature, but a true heritage rooted in the greatness of the Greeks. A past that - even today - is revealed when walking through the streets of the city; from the busy streets of the historic centre to the mysterious tunnels of Napoli Sotterranea.

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Visit Naples Underground: a journey into the hidden heart of the city

Napoli Sotterranea is an experience that goes beyond mere tourist exploration. If you really want to get to know Naples, you cannot miss the opportunity to visit this fascinating hidden corner that tells the story of centuries of evolution, innovation and endurance. Point by point, we will explain why to visit it.

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Palazzo Spinelli and the Phantom of Via dei Tribunali

Palazzo Spinelli di Laurino is a living testimony of historic Naples, a place where past and present intertwine through the rumours and legends that have made it famous. Which is the most mysterious story? The one that tells of the ghost of Via dei Tribunali.

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Christmas in Naples, the traditional market  at the Pignasecca

Every year, on the evening of Antivigilia, the fishmongers of Naples turn into the beating heart of preparations, invaded by citizens who, not to betray tradition, flock to buy the fresh fish destined to be the star of the Christmas Eve dinner. Among the city's most famous fishmongers, the Pignasecca is one of the most frequented by Neapolitans.

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Neapolitan traditions linked to 8 December

The feast of the Immaculate Conception - 8 December - marks the culmination of Advent and the beginning of the Christmas festivities. It is a particularly cherished date in Italy, and especially in Naples. Here, in fact, traditions and rituals have developed that make this occasion one of the most significant events of the Christmas season. The celebration, rooted in time, continues to represent a moment of strong cultural and religious identity for the entire Neapolitan community.

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Parthenope: a journey into the soul of Naples and the art of cinema

Parthenope is a film that confirms Paolo Sorrentino as one of the most visionary directors of our time, capable of mixing the lyrical and the tragic, light and shadow, in a tale that never ceases to surprise and enchant. It is a film that celebrates Naples, but also the universal power of cinema, which manages to give shape to dreams and make the fleeting beauty of life eternal.

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