DK Travel : Naples & the Amalfi Coast

From one perspective, this area is an anomaly, at once one of the earth’s most beautiful and yet most accursed places. It has been the choice of the great and wealthy as their playground, while also being the scene of some of the greatest natural disasters and the grittiest human misery. Perhaps these irreconcilable twists of fate are at the root of the Neapolitans’ famously optimistic cynicism. The city of Naples itself is a vibrant urban setting, almost non-European in its intensity, while the beauty of the surrounding coast has been known to make grown men weep.

Mercadante

Opened in 1779, this historic theatre hosts productions touring Italy, some of them quite off-beat.
Mercato dei Pulci, Poggioreale

As much trash as treasure, but you’re sure to find something.
Mercure Angoino

Part of an international chain and very modern, this is nevertheless a comfortable choice in Royal Naples.
Mimì alla Ferrovia

Near the train station, Mimì specializes in fish and seafood, but they also have great pasta e ceci (soup with chickpeas).
Mineral Water

Italians enjoy a huge array of mineral waters. A great choice is Ferrarelle – or for something lighter, Uliveto.
Minori & Maiori

These two towns are home to the Amalfi Coast’s longest and flattest beaches, now developed into rather low-key tourist resorts.
Minori and Maiori

Maiori boasts the coast’s longest beach, while Minori has the archaeological site, the Villa Romana (see Villa Romana, Minori).
Miramare

Built in 1914 as an aristocratic villa, this modernized hotel has retained its original Art Nouveau style. Located right on the bay, its lovely terrace and many rooms afford spectacular views.
Miramare e Castello, Ischia

The premium rooms have balconies with bay vistas, but all accommodations are on the beach and in sight of the Castello Aragonese. Pluses include elegant public areas and lots of facilities – three pools, one with thermal water, a spa and beauty centre, and a private beach.
Monte di Pietà

This majestic building and its adjoining church were built in the late 1500s as a charitable institute set up to grant loans to the needy. In return, the noblemen who provided this service were guaranteed eternal salvation. Decorated mostly in late-Renaissance style, inside are sculptures by Pietro Bernini and frescoes by Corenzio.

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