Private tour in Naples Barbara D

Caravaggio and the baroque-style in Naples. The golden age of the neapolitan art

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Barbara D.

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Hello! I 'm Barbara. I'm an authentic Neapolitan, born and raised here. I love this city and its environs. Unlike so many who live here in the Napoli area, I constantly take advantage of the incredible myriad of experiences available here. Growing up I turned my passion in my field of studies and expertise into my livelihood. I have a masters degree in History and archeology from the University Orientale of Naples (one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe) and I love to constantly upgrade my knowledge, especially about archaeology. Archeology is so fascinating for me because it is not a right science, a lot is already known and there is so much more yet to be known. About archaeology there is no greater source of information than in Pompeii with its constant and amazing new discoveries. The first time I visited Pompei I was 8 years old. I was with my mother, who is a history teacher and most of all a passionate scholar of Roman history. She shared with me her passion for history and art, and I love to do the same for you on my tours. My job is not just a job it's my passion, I LOVE making my clients knowledgeable about Naples and its neighbors, which is like nowhere else you have ever been on Earth. Who better to open your eyes to the charms of the fascinating city of Naples and all of the Campania region more than someone who is deeply in love with it? I love what I do, always sharing my knowledge to create fun, informative and memorable tour experiences, time after time. I think that every client is unique and therefore so is every tour. Whether you have been here many times or are a newbie, I focus on your preferences and create the ultimate itinerary that fits you and yours. As a result, together we build up a tour program that is sure to be delightful and most memorable experience for you and yours. For me, this is not a job, it's a joy! No scripted speeches or monologues. What you'll experience is an attentive, engaging and informative tour. I feel I am the luckiest person in Naples that I get to spend my time essentially on vacation with my guests for the day and having an awesomely fun time doing so. The interactivity, the curiosity, and the enthusiastic participation of my guests make my job so much more rewarding and fun. Customizing tours to specific interests and locales satisfies my need to constantly be creative. I get so much pleasure from experiencing memorable moments in history, architecture sights, amazing food, old traditions and spectacular views with you. Please join me on an unforgettable adventure you will keep with you for a lifetime. Master's Degree in history and art Licensed tour guide None.

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Overview of your Naples tour

Since (almost 30 years ago) I started to study History of Art, Caravaggio and the Baroque style have always had a special part in my heart. This amazing season of art has as starting point the arrive of Caravaggio in Naples in the 1606 and its end with the death of the great architect Luigi Vanvitelli in the 1773. During this time the city experienced big changes and a fervid and intense artistic production. The Baroque-style started to cover every monument, every church in the city. With its startling colours it reflected the piety of the Counter Reformation, Catholicism's answer to the protestant shattering of Christian unity. Naples is absolutely a baroque city, not only as a stylistic mean but as an attitude, as "a way to feel the life" that overcoming easy chronologies and envelope the citywith its extraordinary ability of immediate and engaging way to communicate typical of mediterranean and Neapolitan culture in particular. About Caravaggio I love his art. Like Naples, is theatrical but never obvious.

Your Naples tour itinerary

We will start our tour visiting the Pio Monte della Misericordia an elegant building competed in 1670. Within, over the main altar there is the Caravaggio masterpiece Acts of Mercy, considered by many critics the most important religious panting of 17th century. The next stop is the Duomo with its Chapel of San Gennaro, Naples' city chief patron, where each year the traditional Blood Miracle ceremony takes place. Once we left the Duomo, on the ancient Decumano today called Via Tribunali, we can admire the wealthy decoration of the Church of San Gregorio Armeno and the skull motif of Purgatorio ad Arco. Next step is Gesu Nuovo, a nobleman's palace converted in a lavish church with polychrome pilaster, intarsia altar and a a multitude of marble works. From Montesanto we take the funicular and we reach San Martino Chartreuse with its astonishing view of the city. The church shows the baroque hand of Cosimo Fanzago and its decoration so overwhelming that its usually considered the best example of the Baroque.

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Type: Walking

walking tour

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Other: Personal expenses.
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Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Pio Monte di Misericordia entrance. Via Tribunali 253. Piazzetta Riario sforza

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Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
Museums
Tour reference number
903188
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

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This private tour in Naples is perfect for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in the Baroque period and Caravaggio's influence on Neapolitan art. It's also ideal for travellers who want to connect with a local expert like Barbara D. for deeper insights into the city's rich artistic heritage.

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