Why choose this Naples tour ?
If you want to discover the world of Neapolitan superstition, this experience is perfect for you. We will visit the places of the ‘evil eye’ and superstition, with a lover and singer of popular tradition who will immerse us fully in the rich world of superstition: anecdotes, stories, songs, nursery rhymes, potions and ‘magical’ practices that are strongly rooted in the culture Neapolitan. Various typical themed gadgets will be delivered.
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What makes Walking Tour of the Neapolitan Superstition a unique experience ?
The Neapolitans are known to be a superstitious people. Beyond the clichés, the presence in the city of a large number of “magical” and profane rituals with which the Neapolitans drive away negative influences is undoubted. In this experience, through a short guided tour that will converge in a place in the center of Naples, you will get to know the world of Neapolitan superstition. A connoisseur of popular culture, also through stories and anecdotes, songs and nursery rhymes, will illustrate the ambiguous relationship that exists between the sacred and the profane in the Neapolitan capital.
We will start from Piazza Bellini, to visit the most important places related to local superstition. We will discover the origin of some typical “charms”, the relationship of the Neapolitans with death, the history and importance of the lottery game, the cunto of pezzentelle souls, the history of the newsstands, accompanied by a traditional lover and cantor who will will immerse you in the world of Neapolitan superstition.
Why do we touch Pulcinella’s nose?
History of the church and the cult of pezzentelle souls. Death in the Neapolitan superstition.
The munaciello: figure of the Neapolitan superstition.
Piazza San Gaetano is the center of the ancient city. We will hear the story of the munaciello and the beautiful Marianas.
The history of the shops and the origin of the Sanctuary. Dissolution of the blood and San Pantaleone: saint of the lot.
Spaccanapoli, the road that seems to split the city in two, will take us to Piazza San Domenico.
We will end our itinerary in Piazza San Domenico Maggiore, with one last superstitious ritual.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by APSIS Tour Napoli.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 3 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
