Neapolitan Crypt

Local nameCrypta Neapolitana
LocationNaples, Italy

This 700-meter tunnel is yet another architectonical masterpiece left behind by the ancient Romans. It connects Naples with the nearby town of Pozzuoli. More importantly, it also serves as the final resting place of some very important historical figures. Rumour has it this is where the famous Roman poet Vergil was buried.

The locals call it Crypta Neapolitana, but it is also known as the Seiano Cave after Seianus, a Roman noble, who commissioned its enlargement in the 1st century AD.

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Opening hours

The crypt is currently closed to the public.

More information and contact

Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crypta_Neapolitana

Address 77 Via Alessandro Manzoni, Napoli 80123, Italy

Coordinates 40°49'42.398" N 14°12'48.69" E

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