Located in Piazza Sant’Anna in the heart of Caserta, the Santuario di Sant’Anna stands as a beacon of faith, devotion, and cultural identity for its community. The sanctuary is dedicated to Saint Anne, co-patroness of Caserta alongside Saint Sebastian, and has been a focal point of local veneration for centuries. Originally built in the early 17th century on the site of a former church of Our Lady of Loreto, the sanctuary retains only its imposing Neo-Gothic façade, adorned with bas-reliefs, rose windows, twin portals, and a bell tower, from its historic beginnings. The remainder of the structure was destroyed during World War II bombings and later fully reconstructed, resulting in a modern and luminous interior contrasted against its historical exterior.

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Piazza Dante, originally known as Piazzetta ellittica del Trivio, was created in the early 19th century as part of the new east–west axis extending from the Royal Palace’s gardens. Following Italy’s unification, it was renamed “Piazza Margherita*“ in honour of the Queen and swiftly became Caserta’s “salotto buono”, a refined gathering place for civic life. The square is defined by its elegant elliptical shape and four identical porticoed buildings, hence its earlier name, Piazza dei Quattro Canti. These harmonious facades house the historic Circolo Nazionale and Circolo Sociale, key social hubs since the early 20th century, as well as the iconic Caffè Margherita, still operating under its original name.

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Via Giuseppe Mazzini is a lively thoroughfare that cuts through central Caserta, known for its excellent location within the city’s pedestrian zone. It plays a vital role in daily life, lined with shops, cafés, and restaurants, it pulses with urban energy day and night. Guests often praise its walkability, modern appeal, and proximity to local attractions. Rooted in Caserta’s older urban fabric, Via Giuseppe Mazzini unfolds through well-preserved historic buildings that contrast beautifully with contemporary storefronts. Here you can sense the layers of time, as you stroll, the street’s cultural memories mingle with modern trends, creating a timeless yet current atmosphere. This street functions as both a commercial artery and a social corridor, it bridges everyday commerce with casual leisure

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The Duomo di San Michele Arcangelo stands at the heart of Caserta, serving as the seat of the diocese and a key symbol of the city’s spiritual life and architectural heritage. Built upon the site of an earlier church, the 15th-century Madonna Annunziata, this present-day cathedral reflects a narrative of rebirth and renewal. The cathedral’s founding arises from tragedy: in 1783, a fire consumed the parish church of San Sebastiano, prompting interim worship at the Madonna Annunziata chapel. Distressed by inadequate space, the local community petitioned King Ferdinand I of the Two Sicilies. In 1815, court architect Giovanni Patturelli was entrusted with drafting a new cathedral, though his design did not satisfy civic authorities. 

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The Royal Palace of Caserta (Reggia di Caserta) stands as the largest royal residence constructed in Europe during the 18th century and ranks among the most majestic globally. Commissioned by Charles VII of Naples (later Charles III of Spain) in 1752, it was envisioned by architect Luigi Vanvitelli as both a statement of power and a functional centre where monarchy, court, and government intermingled, an ideal of enlightened absolutism realized through architectural cohesion. The palace occupies an astonishing 47,000 m² of floor space distributed over five floors, enveloping approximately 1,200 rooms and four internal courtyards. Its striking façade stretches symmetrically, anchored within a monumental structure reminiscent. but not derivative, of counterparts like Versailles.

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