Archaeological park of Posillipo, Archaeological park in Posillipo, Italy
The archaeological complex stretches across the slopes of Posillipo hill, featuring ancient Roman structures connected by a 770-meter tunnel through tuff rock.
The site belonged to Roman knight Vedius Pollio, who named it Pausilypon before bequeathing the property to Emperor Augustus in 15 AD.
The complex includes a 2,000-seat theater carved into the hillside and an Odeon structure designated for poetry recitals and musical performances.
Guided tours require advance reservations, with access to Grotta di Seiano available Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and full site visits on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday.
The park extends both above and below sea level, containing submerged Roman ruins visible through the Mediterranean waters at depths of 5 meters.
Location: Naples
GPS coordinates: 40.79323,14.18603
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:27
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