Well Naples is interesting to say the least. I don't particularly like it so far for a number of reasons including the filth, the graffiti, rude men, and nothing exciting to see. Ok, done complaining.
Today after I attended a city orientation. A few friends and I made it to the train station to head to Pompeii. The train was packed and we stood the entire 45 minute ride. We had a late lunch and went off to the ruins. The ruins were different than I expected but it was cool to see active excavation happening. Mount Vesuvius in the background was breathtaking. There was some great tile work and other form of art that have been preserved along with bodies of people. The bodies were creepy but intriguing.
An interesting point of the day occurred when we tried to take the train home. There is a strike going on currently and the train didn't seem to be coming. We waited and waited and more people joined us. It had been over an hour so we started talking bout a plan b. Finally an announcement came on stating that a train would indeed run back to Naples. I have never been on such a crowded train before. It was scary!! I was in a location between two cars with about 20 other people, not safe I know but there was no other option.
Once in Naples we headed to a very famous pizza place! We had to wait a while just to get into the place. It was called athintica pizza de michelle, or something of the sort. It is where napoleon pizza was created and claims the fame of Italian pizza. Julia Roberts also ate here during Eat, Pray, Love....they had pictures posted and I'm pretty sure we sat in the same table. How cool would that be?!
Tomorrow I am off to Capri to enjoy the beach and the sea. Hopefully some time to relax!! My feet and my body need it for sure!
Great fun..glad you were in a group. Love you!
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