Castel Nuovo
castle · Naples · Italy
- Address
- Via Vittorio Emanuele III, 80133 Naples
- Links
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About
The Maschio Angioino, a towered medieval castle beside the port with a Renaissance triumphal arch at its entrance.
History
Building began in 1279.
Good to know
- The castle houses a civic museum; check the opening hours.
Nearby
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Sansevero Chapel
museum · 1.1 km
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National Archaeological Museum of Naples
museum · 1.7 km
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