Catacombs of Saint Gaudiosus
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The burial place of an obscure North African saint was turned into a macabre body preservation factory for the 17th-century Neapolitan elite.

📜 Underground paleo-Christian burial sites in Naples, Italy, dating back to the 4th–5th century AD.
🔍 Known for its unique 17th-century mummification practices and ancient Christian art.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore ancient catacombs with unique mummification techniques and burial practices.
🎨 Discover early Christian frescoes and mosaics.
📖 Learn about the history of Naples and Saint Gaudiosus.

Why Avoid

⏳ Only a small portion of original catacombs remains.
🚶 Access is exclusively via guided tours.

Tips

🗣️ Tours available daily in Italian and English.
🔦 Bring a flashlight for dimly lit areas.

Hours

🕒 Daily, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

📍 Location Located in the Sanità district of Naples.

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