MASCHIO ANGIOINO CASTLE, History

Hi, I'm James, your personal guide. Together with MyWoWo, I'd like to welcome you to one of the wonders of the world.

Today I'll accompany you through Maschio Angioino, also known as Castel Nuovo, which is one of the most symbolic places in Naples!

Maschio Angioino, Forte Sant'Elmo, Castel dell'Ovo, Castel Capuano... have you ever noticed that despite its festive and cheerful image, Naples is one of the most fortified cities in Italy. These are the names of four magnificent castles in the city's historic center: one is for defending the city walls, one is on a hill, and there are two to protect the harbor. The urban fortifications are added to the perimeter's defense system, which was mostly developed in the Aragonese era, with its fortresses on the islands of the archipelago and the extensive array of coastal fortifications, starting with the unassailable fortress of Gaeta.

Built at the end of the 13th century by King Charles I of Anjou, this beautiful castle stretching out to the harbor was called Castel Nuovo to distinguish it from the previous fortifications....