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Naples is the regional capital of Campania and the third-largest city of Italy, after Rome and Milan.
Founded by Greeks in the first millennium BC, Naples is one of the oldest continuously inhabited urban areas in the world. In the eighth century BC, a colony known as Parthenope (Ancient Greek: Παρθενόπη) was established on the Pizzofalcone hill. In the sixth century BC, it was refounded as Neápolis. The city was an important part of Magna Graecia, played a major role in the merging of Greek and Roman society, and was a significant cultural centre under the Romans.
Naples served as the capital of the Duchy of Naples (661–1139), subsequently as the capital of the Kingdom of Naples (1282–1816), and finally as the capital of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies — until the unification of Italy in 1861.
Source: Naples – Wikipedia
Conference Venue
The University of Naples “L’Orientale” is the oldest school of Oriental Studies in Europe. Research at the University ranges between the study of Languages and Linguistics, Cultures, History, Geography, History of Thought, Archaeological and Artistic Heritage, and the Legal and Socio-Economic Systems of Western, African and Asian Countries.
Recommended hotels
Some recommended hotels are marked in this map.
Please note that Naples is a highly crowded tourist destination even during non-holiday periods. There are many bed and breakfasts in the area adjacent to the university, but we recommend booking accommodation as early as possible.
How to arrive in Naples
Naples is situated on the Gulf of Naples in South Italy, about one hour (by high-speed train) from Rome. It is served by an international airport with a high number of daily flights from the main European cities.