Comments on: Spaccanapoli, Naples: Christmas Presepe Nativity Scenes and Sacred Shrines

By: Baruch Arbel

Baruch Arbel — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 15:07:10 +0000

I spent four days in Napoli about 8 years ago and hope to visit it again for even a longer stay. On the second day of my visit I fell in love with the city, and very soon after, with its people. It is not only a most beautiful city, but so full of archtectural and artistic treasures, that one would need months to absorb it all (naturally, one has to be interested). Then there is also the food and the music (including opera the San Carlo), not to mention the museums, large and small. I cannot help but agreeing with Leslie! As for thieves, you find them in every large city in Europe. If you are wise and careful, you won’t fall victim.

By: Joe Savarese

Joe Savarese — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:29:13 +0000

I found Napoli to be an absolute treasure. My wife and I had heard nothing but bad things but when we got there we found a loving people, full of life and very friendly. It is a beautiful city and the food was great. At night families and friends would walk arm in arm down the streets. I only have great memories of this wonderful city. I hope to go back there again soon.

By: Leslie

Leslie — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:31:02 +0000

I was unwillingly forced to move to Napoli with my family. The first thing I noticed was the smell (not good)! After about a week you got used to it. Let’s just say, I fell in love with the city. Whenever I returned after being away, it smelled like home. After a few years of living there, I was forced to move, yet again. I cried the entire plane ride back to the states. I would love to go back yet again. Christmas Alley (as the Americans called it) was so amazing to visit in the winter. It is such an event choosing the presepe that is just right for your home, and the people who are just right for your presespe. Vendors sold chestnuts and hot drinks, such a wonderful memory. By the way, to those who feel Napoli is full of thieves. Yes, there are those who will steal you blind, but they will never hurt you in the process and you won’t find a more sincere, warm-hearted person than a Neopolitan!!