What is Pozzuoli known for?

Just a few miles west of Naples (and easily reached by train), the ancient seaside city of Pozzuoli is probably best known for its bradyseism, a raising and lowering of the Earth’s surface due to underground volcanic activity.

What is the significance of the arena at Pozzuoli?

In 305, the arena was the setting for the persecutions of the patron of Pozzuoli, Saint Proculus, and the patron saint of Naples, Saint Januarius. After surviving being thrown to the wild beasts in the arena, the two were beheaded at the nearby Solfatara.

Where was puteoli?

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Pozzuoli, Italy. The town was founded about 529 bc by Greek emigrants who called it Dicaearchia (City of Justice). Captured by Rome in the Samnite wars, it was vainly besieged by the Carthaginian general Hannibal in 214 bc and had the status of a Roman colony from 194 bc. The Romans called the city Puteoli.

Where was the city of Pozzuoli located in Italy?

Written By: Pozzuoli, Latin Puteoli, town and episcopal see, Campania regione, southern Italy. It occupies a promontory that projects into the Gulf of Pozzuoli (an inlet of the Bay of Naples), just west of Naples. The town was founded about 529 bc by Greek emigrants who called it Dicaearchia (City of Justice).

Where can I find a 3D map of Pozzuoli?

You can also dive right into Pozzuoli on unique 3D satellite map provided by Google Earth. With new GoogLe Earth plugin you can enjoy the interactive Pozzuoli 3D map within your web browser.

What are the best things to do in Pozzuoli?

Cattedrale di Pozzuoli The cathedral is one of the wonders of the world. 8. Macellum (Temple of Serapis) The relationship of the site to the bradyseism affecting the area gives it special significance. 9. Sibyl’s Cave (Antro della Sibilla)

Is there a Roman amphitheater in Pozzuoli Italy?

But few people know that Pozzuoli is one of only four cities in the world to boast two Roman amphitheaters (in the company of Budapest, Metz (France) and Petronell (Austria). The city is located gulf near Naples in a fascinating, fantastical area known as the Phlegrean Fields (meaning Burning Fields), a geologic wonderland of strange phenomena.