Capua, Historic commune in Campania, Italy
Description
Capua is a commune on the Volturno in the Province of Caserta, Campania, and sits on gentle terrain overlooking the river and surrounding plain. The center is organized around squares connected by narrow lanes and wider streets, where residential buildings stand beside churches and older structures of stone and brick.
History
The commune was founded in the 9th century after Saracens destroyed the original ancient city, and it was established at the present site. In the 13th century it experienced an architectural revival under Frederick I with the construction of several defensive and representative buildings.
Culture
The name of this town recalls the ancient settlement that once stood as one of the most important in this part of Campania. Visitors today walk through streets lined with churches and palaces from different centuries, while locals gather in squares for daily life and small markets.
Practical
The Corso Appio connects the main points in the center and is well suited for a walk that includes most monuments and squares. The lanes are mostly flat, but some areas around the churches may have steps and cobbled surfaces, which make movement a bit more challenging.
Did you know?
A medieval bridge tower still stands over the banks of the Volturno and originally served to control river traffic. In some lanes you can still see remnants of Roman stone blocks that were reused as building material.
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