29. Teatro San Carlo Oldest working theater in Europe; Rebuilt in 1943 Seats about 3,300 Noted composers: Puccini, NOT Verdi Notoriously AWFUL audiences
30.
31.
32.
33. Galleria Umberto Shopping “gallery” across from San Carlo Glass vaulted ceilings Shaped like a cross
34.
35.
36.
37.
38. Castel Nuovo MaschioAngioino Sacked and re-sacked Newest castle More of a fortress Became a hotel for cultural figures such as poets and artists Began building in 1279 Medieval architecture
39.
40.
41.
42.
43. Castel dell’Ovo: And the legend of the egg… The fate of the egg determines the fate of Naples Popular wedding destination for photos
44.
45.
46. Duomo di Napoli Cattedraledi San Gennaro Miracle of the Blood
47.
48.
49. Feast of San Gennaro Began in September 1926 by Neopolitan immigrants Little Italy, Newark, Las Vegas, etc.
70. Fabio Cannavaro Started his career for the Naples team Became captain of the Italian national team and led team to win the 2006 World Cup Oldest recipient to win the FIFA World Player of the Year in 2007
71.
72. Diego Maradona One of the most controversial soccer players Played for Napoli 1984-1991 through one of the most successful eras
3rd largest cityEurope’s most densely populated city
Pantheon look-alike!
Burned down in the middle of a performance in the 1800s, but was completely restored.Underwent restorations and final repairs in 1943Verdi was asked to be the composer in residence after Puccini left, but the theater was too restrictive of indecent subject matter. Verdi considered San Carlo a backwater revue compared to Rome’s operahouses.If audiences weren’t making fun of the people onstage, then they’d heckle each other. Audiences found anything to take offense with; the scenery, the clothing, the flute players
Expensive apartments on the third floor
Its position and look make it more of a fortress.Eventually became a cultural center for artists, doctors, etc.Began in 1279 – medieval architecture
Complete with moatsAs it was sacked and resacked, kings added to itCharles Anjou commissioned it (ANGIOINO)
French were defending from Spain. Shot when the doors weren’t open yet. Oops.
Fortune of the sea castle depends on the fate of the egg – Virgil
