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October 1, 2003 By: Betty Ramsey Passport: Naples, Italy Packing Round 1. Naples is the capital of this region of Italy. CAMPANIA 2. Naples (Napoli) is set amidst the backdrop of the glittering bay of Naples and this volcano. MT. VESUVIUS 3. All of these are prime tourist attractions in Naples except LA SCALA . 4. This island in the Bay of Naples is best known for its "Blue Grotto." CAPRI 5. Smart shoppers know that Naples is one of the world's best places to purchase GOLD JEWELRY . 6. This town just south of Naples was buried when Mt. Vesuvius erupted in A.D. 79. POMPEII Picture of ruined columns Departure Round 1. Naples is noted as the home of this famous Italian dish. PIZZA 2. On September 19, the faithful celebrated the festival of this patron saint of Naples. SAINT GENNARO 3. This sexy actress starred in the Naples-set "Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow." SOPHIA LOREN 4. This oldtown district is the ancient heart of Naples. SPACCANAPOLI 5. Neapolitans are fanatic about their home soccer team which wears these colors. BLUE AND WHITE Picture of public square with tall statue On Tour Round 1. Naples gained much of its splendor while part of the SPANISH Empire from 1503 to 1734. 2. The unique "Ospebale delle Dambole," is a 'hospital' for DOLLS . 3. The Chapel of San Severo contains Giuseppe Sanmarinto's mysterious statue "Veiled CHRIST ." 4. "Theatro San Carlo" which fronts the elegant Piazza Trento e Trieste is a/an OPERA HOUSE . 5. The "Castle of the EGG " is on a small, rocky island connected to the mainland by a bridge. 6. The sculpture known as The Farnese BULL is one treasure at the "Museo Archeologico Nazionale . 7. The Museo FERROBIARIO offers an interesting collection of railroad memorabilia. Picture of garden in front of a castle 8. The Palazzo Reale, built by the Bourbons of Napoli, is an attraction in the nearby town of CASERTA . 9. Paseo Sante Elmo which provides fantastic views is in the shape of a STAR . 10. This lake near Naples in ancient times was once considered the entrance to the underworld. LAGO D'ADERNO 11. This trio of bay islands once believed to be the domain of mermaids are Capri, Ischia, and PROCIDA . 12. The area around this city south of Naples once known as the Temple of the Sirens. SORRENTO Bonus question 1 This beautiful square is the site of a grand palace that was totally renovated in 1841. PIAZZA DEL PLEBISCITO Bonus question 2 Where on the map of Italy is Naples found? Section 4 Picture of inside of a cathedral Slide Show 1. The landmark ruins of Pompeii provide a look into the daily life of the ancient ROMANS . 2. "Immaculate Conception" is one of the sculptured spires called GUGLIA that are Naples landmarks. 3. Charles Warren converted a CONVENT into a landmark "Castle Nuovo" located on Piazzo Municipo. 4. The landmark Grand Cathedral includes the Chapel of St. Gennaro and the Basilica of SANTA RESPITUTA Clues for next week's game... Sand dunes Berber architecture Roman coliseum Mediterranean coast |