NAPLES : Naples Uncovered : Odd Adventures for Curious Souls

 

Step off the beaten track and into the wonderfully weird corners of Naples this November.

Whether you're new to Naples or just craving something different, this weeks picks are all about mystery, art, and playful discovery. Here s our guide to the city's most unusual experiences - family -friendly, conversation-starting, and unforgettable.

1. Napoli Sotterranea - The City Beneath the City Official Site

Descend into ancient Greek aqueducts and WW11 shelters, kids love the torchlit tunnels.

2. Galleria Borbonia - Royal Escape Route Turned Retro Museum Get your Tickets

Explore vintage cars, motorbikes and secret passageways. A surreal mix of engineering and nostalgia.

3. Capella Sansevero - Art meets Anatomy History meets beauty

The Veiled Christ is stunning but the real surprise? Two "anatomical machines" that boggle the mind. 

4. Fontanelle Cemetary - Adopt a Skull - Yes - not kidding! Adopt a Skull

This cave of bones once hosted a folk tradition of "adopting" skulls for spiritual protection. Spooky and Sacred.

6. Maradona Shrine in Quartieri Spagnoli Location Details

A heartfelt tribute to Naples football god. Jerseys, candles and graffiti tell stories of devotion and pride.

7. Gabinetto Segreto - Forbidden Art at the Archaeological Museum Official Website

A cheeky peek into ancient Pompeii's erotic art. Tastefully displayed and surprisingly educational.

Bonus Tip

Check out the local exhibitions like "Napoli in Jazz" or the artisan food fair at Mostra d'Oltremare. For more Events

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BRUNEI: JPA & Veganisn - Vegans can now state their belief on JPA

 

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NAPLES : IMPORTANT - Keep your details up to date!

  

Important Request:

Please keep the British Medical Clinic updated on changes in your personal contact details.

This is to ensure contact details are up to date on the medical system (for awareness, contact details will pull over from JPA for military personnel, so military personnel will just need to ensure that JPA is updated). 

If anyone is unsure if we have up to date details, please email your contact details (email and current phone number) to the group email box detailed below and we can check and update as required.

 

Email: UKStratCom-DMS-DPHC-NAP-Grp

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NAPLES : Try before you buy - Wine Bar in Varcaturo

 

A quaint little wine store based in Varcaturo.

With a selection of wines on offer you can taste before you buy and they will pour bottles or litres for you to take home.

When you return they will give you money back for the bottles and the whole process starts again :-)

They also sell a selection of snacks and beers too!

For Directions

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NAPLES : Local deli with the best gelato based in Varcaturo

 

Gelato? Have you tried it?

For the best Gelato in town or so I'm told :-)

Go and visit this place in Varcaturo - promises you delicious coffee and sandwiches too!

For Directions

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NAPLES : Looking for somewhere to eat - Download this app

 

For the best restaurants and the best discounts - download The Fork app which will give you the latest reviews.

Download THE FORK app

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NAPLES : Tips and Tricks to avoid water damage in the rainy season

 

More helpful tips from DIO.

IMPORTANT : If you property has a drainage pump, please ensure the 0/1 switch remains on (position 1)

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NAPLES : Have your Say - its Feedback Friday

 

Feedback Friday - an opportunity for you to have your say!

This week we are focussing on the community team - what we do right and what we do wrong!

All information provided is totally anonymous and we appreciate all feedback.

Just click on the QR code and answer a few questions - it won't take more than 5 minutes of your time!

Alternatively, for the link, Click Here

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NAPLES : Run calendar for the avid runners at NSA Naples

 

For the avid runners, here is a calendar of the fun runs for the next 12 months.

Download a copy Here

Details of each run will be advertised closer to the time.

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SHAPE: parkrun, Every Saturday, 0845 for 0900 start

Did you know SHAPE has its own official parkrun? The only parkrun in Belgium no less. As a closed event it is only open to Shapians and their sponsored guests but it is held every Saturday at 0900, departing from the Continental Mess. EVERYONE WELCOME!

The gorgeous summer weather may now be a dim and distant memory but that does not stop parkrun from going ahead. Come rain, snow or shine, the team of parkrun volunteers are there to cheer you on as you walk, jog or run the 5km course.

parkrun is FREE and a fabulous way to meet new friends. Follow their Facebook Page to keep on top of what is occuring.

If you want to take part or get involved in volunteering, simply turn up on a Saturday at 0845 or email SHAPE@parkrun.com.

See you there!

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