Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco
Complesso monumentale Purgatorio ad Arco
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The Complesso Museale di Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco offers a journey into the Neapolitan cult of the 'purgatory souls,' caring for skulls in its intimate hypogeum.

📜 17th-century monumental complex in Naples dedicated to the cult of purgatory souls.
🔍 Features an upper church, museum, and an atmospheric underground crypt (hypogeum) where the Neapolitan Cult of the Dead still practices.

Why Go

💀 Explore the unique Neapolitan Skull Cult
🏛️ Discover Baroque art and historical artifacts
✨ Experience an intimate and atmospheric setting
🚶 Journey through a fascinating cultural tradition

Why Avoid

📸 No photos allowed in the Hypogeum
🚶‍♀️ Hypogeum access only via tour

Tips

🗣️ English guided tours on Saturdays at 11am, reservation required.

Cost

💰 Single ticket €7, reduced €6, young €3. Upper church free.

Hours

🕒 Mon-Fri 10am-2pm, Sat 10am-5pm. Last entry 1:15pm. Closed Sundays.

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