The Highlights of the Volcanic Terrain
Solfatara
In the territory of the city of Pozzuoli, about 10 kilometers from Naples, you can find the crater of Solfatara formed about 4000 years ago. Solfatara has a diameter of 770 meters and characteristic are the gas fumes smelling of rotten eggs that escape through the Solfatars named after the crater. There is also an ancient Roman sauna here, where the volcanic gases were used medicinally. At the moment, unfortunately, the crater can not be visited due to a closure.
Cratere Degli Astroni
As a nature reserve, the green oasis of Astroni Crater is perfect for a quiet getaway. Many local plant and animal species thrive here, but the volcanic activity is not nearly as visible as at Solfatara.
Museo Archeologico Baia, 1st century marble altar | Flickr: Carole Raddato CC BY-SA 2.0 History and Archaeology in the Phlegraean Fields
Of particular importance are the Archaeological Museum in Castello di Baia, the Roman Baths in Baia, the Parco Archeologico di Cuma and the Amphitheater.
Parco Archeologico Campi Flegrei
The Archaeological Sites of the Phlegraean Fields include various sites between the towns of Cuma, Pozzuoli, Baia, Bacoli and Miseno.
Museo Archeologico dei Campi Flegrei nel Castello di Baia
The 15th century Aragonese castle since 2010 exhibits mainly finds from the excavations carried out in the area of the Phlegraean Fields, including statues, sculptures, sarcophagi and vases.
Pozzuoli Amphitheater
The
Anfiteatro Flavio di Pozzuoli also hosts multimedia exhibitions in an ancient setting, some of them in close cooperation with the
Naples National Archaeological Museum, for example.