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.

Negombo, Ischia

Beautiful gardens and volcanic springs.
Nerano

This quiet village, close to the tip of the peninsula, has views of the tiny archipelago that was known as Le Sirenuse. It was considered to be the home of the mythical Sirens, whose song lured mariners to their deaths on the rocks.
Nice, Sorrento

Small, simply furnished, and centrally located, this modest hotel is just a few blocks from the main square of Sorrento.
Nonna Scepa, Paestum

The least touristy of the choices here turns out excellent pizzas, as well as seafood and other home-style dishes. Wild mushrooms in season – try some on your pizza.
Norman Conquest

In 1140 the Norman king Roger II made his triumphant entry into Naples – the Normans had already gained possession of Sicily and most of southern Italy. The once proudly autonomous city now had to take a back seat to Palermo – although wellbeing continued to rise, thanks to the Normans’ stability and efficiency.
Notting Hill

A long, narrow space with local rock groups, as well as touring Italian and international bands. On Saturdays it becomes “Notting Hill Gallery”, a semi-gay club night.
Nube d’Argento Camping, Sorrento

This camp site enjoys views of Vesuvius. Facilities include pools and a restaurant.
Numero Due, Capri

Another hot spot and local celebrity hangout. The DJ spins cool house and techno dance music, but don’t get here before 2am. Dressy club attire is de rigueur .
Nuovo Ristorante Anfiteatro, Pompei

Located immediately outside the excavations, this restaurant is open only for lunch. Try the salt cod (baccalà ).
Orto Botanico

Created in 1807, this botanical garden remains one of Italy’s most important, both in size and in its collections. Given Naples’ climate it has been possible to cultivate examples of nearly all of the world’s plants and flowers here. Historic structures include the Neo-Classical Serra Temperata, built in 1807 by the same architect who designed the double stairway entrance to the grounds.

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