- Archaeological Park of Paestum - About 90 km from Naples, immersed in the Cilento national park, you will have the opportunity to explore Paestum, the ancient city of Magna Graecia founded in the distant sixth century BC by the Greeks. Paestum was once called Poseidonia in honor of the God Poseidon, but then renamed with its current name from the Roman Empire following the colonization of 273 BC Paestum still today retains its impressive temples in an astonishing way, dedicated to the much revered Greek deities, such as the best preserved temple of Neptune then followed by the more ancient one of Hera and the last but not the least temple of Ceres. The park also boasts a national museum, where it preserves ancient and priceless finds from the Paleolithic.
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance tickets to the sites
- Gratuities
Our tour offers an immersive exploration of the famed archaeological site of Paestum. Nestled within the Cilento national park, Paestum stands as a significant archaeological testament of the ancient city of Magna Graecia, which dates back to the sixth century BC. Initially named Poseidonia to honor the god Poseidon, it astonishingly preserves three Doric temples dedicated to Hera, Athena and Neptune in remarkable condition. In 1998, this historic site was designated a World Heritage Site. It’s situated in the Municipality of Capaccio, in the Province of Salerno. As part of our tour, not only will you thoroughly explore this fascinating historical site but also have a chance to tour a local artisanal cheese factory. An expert will guide you through various cheesemaking techniques. Experience firsthand the craft and passion that goes into each product during the visit, with the highlight being a tasting of the iconic ‘MOZZARELLA’.
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