Caserta
Latest update: 29 January 2024
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The city of Caserta is the capital city of the Province of Caserta with a population of 75,430 inhabitants.
Standing at an elevation of 68 metres above sea level, it covers a total area of 54 km² and lies 33 kilometres north of Naples, the regional capital of Campania. When it comes to sightseeing, there's only one place to start: the Royal Palace of Caserta, known locally as "La Reggia di Caserta", one of the main tourist attractions in Campania. |
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Since 1997 La Reggia has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site and draws visitors from far and wide. Dubbed the "Versaille of Naples", the palace is situated just at the edge of the city centre, a ten minute walk from Caserta Cathedral - Il Duomo di San Michele Arcangelo.
A visit to the Royal Palace starts with the palace itself with its grand staircases and Baroque apartments but it is perhaps the incredible garden which leaves the longest-lasting impression.
From the palace building to the end of the garden is a distance of some three kilometres, taking on average 45 minutes to walk. Along the length of the garden there are fountains, statues and perfectly-manicured lawns which make this one of the finest gardens in Italy.
A visit to the Royal Palace starts with the palace itself with its grand staircases and Baroque apartments but it is perhaps the incredible garden which leaves the longest-lasting impression.
From the palace building to the end of the garden is a distance of some three kilometres, taking on average 45 minutes to walk. Along the length of the garden there are fountains, statues and perfectly-manicured lawns which make this one of the finest gardens in Italy.
Comune di Caserta
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Province: Caserta
Region: Campania Population: 72,813 (source: ISTAT 1 January 2022) Size: 53 km² Elevation: 68 metres Highlights: Royal Palace of Caserta, Caserta Cathedral Close by: Campano Amphitheatre, Capua, Guardia Sanframondi Recommended accommodation: Hotel Royal Caserta |
Caserta tRAVEL
Reaching La Reggia by train is simple with the city's main station just a 5 minute walk across the square from the main entrance. Naples is a 49 minute journey away while you can also reach Benevento (59 minutes) or Salerno (1 hour 3 minutes) without having to change trains.
The most convenient airport for Caserta is Naples Capodichino/Naples International Airport which is 30 kilometres away; a car journey of just 26 minutes.
The most convenient airport for Caserta is Naples Capodichino/Naples International Airport which is 30 kilometres away; a car journey of just 26 minutes.
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By car: Naples - 32 mins (34 km), Avellino - 46 mins (59 km)
Fly to: Naples International Airport - 1 hr 15 mins by car (94 km) |
