This Is Italy
We got to know the travel guides from the 100% series as colorful booklets with handy maps and attractive walks. In a handy format, so you can easily reach it when you explore a city. Previously published as directorial guides about Tuscany, Sicily and Northern Italy and city guides about Florence, Milan, Rome and Venice. Fortunately, the beautiful Naples has now been added to this series.
100% Naples: guide and app
100% Naples contains information about the city of Naples, its neighborhoods and the surrounding area, such as Vesuvius, Pompeii and Capri. As with previous guides, you can also download the accompanying app so that you always see where you are in the city and where the nearest interesting places to eat, shop and points of interest are.
As we have become accustomed to from mo'media, this guide is again clearly and well-arranged. Naples is discussed on the basis of 6 'neighbourhoods'.
District 1: Museo, Decumani & Duomo
The oldest part of central Naples is home to many of the major attractions. Visit the Archaeological Museum and the Duomo with the museum of San Gennaro. Stroll across the three Decumani, such as the famous Spaccanapoli.
District 2: Chiaia, Piazza del Plebiscito & Lungomare
Due to the influences of different royal houses, there are many interesting places to visit around Piazza del Plebiscito. A walk on the slower is unforgettable with the view of Vesuvius, Capri and Posillipo. Then venture out into the luxury shopping streets of Chiaia.
District 3: Vomero & Quartieri Spagnoli
Vomero is a higher area. The wide boulevards with many shops are ideal for a day of strolling. Stop every now and then for a snack or a drink or to enjoy the beautiful view of the city. The spectacular descent to the Quartieri Spagnoli along the Via Pedamentina is a must!
District 4: Campi Flegrei
The Campi Flegrei is a unique area where you will enjoy both culture and nature. For example, take a walk through the crater of the volcano Solfatara. You will find relaxation at Beach Club Marèna and you can go hiking and cycling on Lago d'Averno and on Monte Nuovo.
District 5: Vesuvius, Herculaneum and Pompeii
In the area around Vesuvius you will find five unique excavations: from Roman villas to ancient cities such as Herculaneum and Pompeii. A visit to the volcano that allowed us to admire the Roman cities is also an experience we will never forget.
District 6: Capri, Anacapri & the Faraglioni
The beautiful island of Capri with its steep rock formations, the bizarre blue cave, fashionable shopping streets, fantastic views and a rich history is an absolute must. Go to the top of Monte Solaro on Anacapri or sail under the Faraglioni. Whatever you do, it will be beautiful.
In addition to substantive information and tips for nice addresses divided into these six areas, the guide contains some general information about hotels in different price ranges, transport and entertainment options.
All tips in a row
Each chapter is preceded by some background information about the neighbourhoods, followed by 6 tips that you should definitely do according to the locals.
This varies from visits to museums to eating in special restaurants. This is followed by an overview with all the sights, the food and drink options, the shopping tips and the things that are 'fun to do'.
Everything is drawn on a map, which also contains an interesting route that takes you past many of the previously mentioned highlights.
An overview of the metro and railway lines and the stops is included at the back of the guide. You will definitely use the metro in Naples, as it is by far the most convenient mode of transport in the city. In addition, the Neapolitan metro is world famous for the artistic stations.
Clear and well-arranged
A very clear and well-arranged design that is attractive to see beforehand what you would like to see, once it is handy and practical once on site. The tips given include both the known addresses and the tips that you don't find everywhere.
Travel guide in an app
Mo'media also shows that it keeps up with the times by also offering an app in which all addresses from the guide are processed. Once you've downloaded the app, you don't need internet anymore. Of course you have to make sure you have sufficient battery backup, because the app uses GPS to determine your position in the city.
The writer of 100% Naples
All addresses and tips have been brought together by Iris de Brouwer, who has lived in Pozzuoli, which borders on Naples, since 2005. She can often be found in the historic center of Naples with her Neapolitan husband and their two children. She enjoys the lively culture, the sea, the tasty food and the cordiality of the Neapolitans.
100% Naples is now available in stores and online. Here you will find a preview copy.
100% Naples
by: Iris de Brouwer
152 pages
€ 14,95
mo'media, 2015
ISBN 9789057676949
website 100% Naples
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