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province of Caserta

Aversa

Province of Caserta, Region Campania, Italy

The Locality: Situated in the fertile plain north of Naples and densely populated, it was founded by the Normans as their first Countdom in 1038. The medieval center has typical narrow alleys, dominated by the profile of Cathedral.

INFO: Altitude: 39 m a.s.l * Population: ca. 57,000 inhabitants -- Zip/postal code: 81031 * Phone Area Code: 081

WHAT TO SEE
  • The Cathedral of San Paolo, reconstructed in the 18th century but still preserving parts of the ancient Norman building. Such as the eight-sided tiburium supported by four columns, and inside the 11th century Presbyterian with thre apses and walkway, grand vaults, bas-relief and statues of the 10th century.
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