Charles of Bourbon was the King of Naples and Sicily from 1734 to 1759, and later King of Spain until 1788. He transformed Southern Italy into an autonomous kingdom and sought to elevate Naples as an important European capital by ordering the construction of grand royal palaces in Caserta, Capodimonte, Naples, and Portici. A series of events will take place in April and May at the Royal Palace of Caserta to celebrate the 300th anniversary of Charles of Bourbon's birth, focusing on his importance to Southern Italian history, cultural heritage, and the development of the region.

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3. ISISS “Terra di Lavoro”
CASERTA

4. A CULTURAL
EVENT
IN
CASERTA
ITALY

5. A GREAT HONOUR
We would like
to inform you about
a cultural event which is taking place
in Caserta

6. This cultural attraction also represents
a stimulating way to foster the
perception of our territory and
increase tourists flows.

7. When Charles of Bourbon reigned:
History , Science and Beauty

8. EVENT
SUN (SECOND UNIVERSITY OF
NAPLES ) and REGGIA di CASERTA
Promote
a series of events to celebrate
300° anniversary
of the birth
of
King Charles of Bourbon
(1716-1788)

9. AIMS
Focusing on
the importance of Charles of Bourbon for
Southern Italy History ;
his cultural heritage ;
what beautiful and good works he did for
Southern Italy ‘ s grandeur, powerful
stimulus for younger generations.

10. LOCATION
Cappella Palatina,Royal Palace –Caserta
(Palatine Chapel)

11. WHEN
THURSDAY APRIL 14 - h 17.00
Giuseppe Galasso : A “NATIONAL KING” ,” A “ FAVOURABLE AND
ADVENTUROUS CHANCE” , “ THIS BUILDING MUST BE MADE”.
THURSDAY APRIL 21.00 - h 17.00
Massimo Capaccioli : “ Science in Charles’s Age “
THURSDAY May 05 - h 17.00
Riccardo Lattuada:ARTISTI PER CARLO ,ARTISTI DI CARLO
THURSDAY May 12 - h 17.00
Paolo Giordano :CHARLES OF OURBON,ARCHITECTURAL
RATIONALISM AND SOCIAL PHILANTROPY
THURSDAY May 26 - h 17.00
Pier Luigi Leone da Castris : Museums of Charles of Parma in Naples.

12. Who is Charles of Bourbon ?
He was king of Naples and Sicily from 1734 to
1759. After that he became king of Spain until
1788 .
He transformed Southern Italy in an
autonomous kingdom.
His objective was to elevate Naples to the rank
of an important European capital.
To this aim he ordered the building of the Royal
Palaces in Caserta, Capodimonte, Naples, and
Portici.

13. What did he do ?
Charles of Bourbon deeply marked Southern Italy
History , especially in Naples.
Here are some of the monuments he wanted
for our region:
The Royal Palace in Caserta;
The Royal Palace of Capodimonte,Naples;
San Carlo Theatre in Naples;
Il Real Albergo dei Poveri,Naples.

14. Caserta :The Royal Palace
The Royal Palace is an imposing, impressive
building ,built in1752,for king Charles III of
Naples to rival Versailles. If you do not
have a ticket ,go first to the ticket office and
purchase your ticket (€12-full ticket-€6
reduced ticket).Now you can select the
route which best satisfies your interests
and fits your trip times. For details read
here:http://reggiadicaserta.beniculturali.it/index.php/guide-to-royal-palace-2.htm

15. You cannot miss the Historical Apartments accessed through
the Grand Staircase of Honour. This spectacular room enfilade
astonishes the visitors for the scenographic , sumptuous, opulent
, eye-catching decorations, magnificent sculptures, rooms
dedicated to the four seasons, The Crip and The Court Theatre.

16. Bring the family to experience the emotion of a
cultural journey through the unique
Royal Palace with its wonderful Gardens
listed by UNESCO as a
World Heritage Site
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Visit one of Campania's most frequently-toured places