The Bourbons & the Palaces of Power – Naples & Caserta Virtual Tour
Step into the world of kings, queens, and absolute power with a virtual tour dedicated to the House of Bourbon and the magnificent palaces they created in southern Italy. This journey takes us to Naples and Caserta, where architecture became a statement of authority, ambition, and grandeur.
In this immersive virtual experience, we’ll explore how the Bourbons transformed the Kingdom of Naples into one of the most powerful courts in Europe. Through monumental buildings, lavish interiors, and carefully designed urban spaces, the dynasty projected strength, legitimacy, and royal splendor.
Our journey begins in Naples, with the elegant Royal Palace of Naples, overlooking Piazza del Plebiscito. Here, ceremonial halls, grand staircases, and richly decorated rooms reveal the daily life of the Bourbon court and the rituals of power that shaped the city.
We then move to one of Europe’s most astonishing royal residences: the Royal Palace of Caserta, conceived as a rival to Versailles. With its vast dimensions, theatrical architecture, and spectacular gardens stretching toward the horizon, Caserta embodies the Bourbon dream of absolute monarchy on an unprecedented scale.
Perfect for lovers of history, architecture, and royal intrigue, this virtual experience offers a deep dive into the Bourbon legacy—revealing how Naples and Caserta became true capitals of power, grandeur, and symbolism in eighteenth-century Europe.
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The tour will last approximately 1 hour. At the end of the tour you will be given the chance to interact and make questions just like a live tour. The tour takes place in English!
ℹ️ How much does the virtual tour cost?
Our virtual tours are tip-based and not free, they rely entirely on contributions from participants. This means we do not impose a fixed ticket price to join. Every participant is welcome to take part in the tour and decide how much to contribute based on their satisfaction and personal budget.
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How to Join:
The tour will be hosted on Zoom. To register, you are required to enter your full name (first and last name). After the registration, you will receive via email a personal link to access the virtual event. To protect your privacy, your camera will be disabled during the event.