FamxplorCappella Sansevero
What to expect
The Cappella Sansevero, also known as the Chapel of Santa Maria della Pietà, is a chapel located in the historic center of Naples, Italy. It contains works of Rococo art by some of the leading Italian artists of the 18th century. The chapel houses almost thirty works of art, including three particular sculptures of note: the Veiled Truth, Christ Veiled under a Shroud, and Release from Deception. The chapel's ceiling, the Glory of Paradise, was painted by Francesco Maria Russo in 1749. The chapel is a noble mausoleum and a temple of initiation, showcasing Baroque creativity, beauty, and mystery. Visitors can admire the famous 'skeletons' with a realistic reproduction of the human arteriovenous system in the underground chamber
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Visiting Naples with the family: the best + itinerary
Activities: One of the highlights of the historic district is the Cappella Sansevero. It doesn't look impressive from the outside, but inside is a true masterpiece. The chapel houses the famous Veiled Christ, where the sculptor Giuseppe Sanmartino created a translucent veil revealing the Christ's features, nails, and stigmata
Highlights: We were all mesmerized by the intricate details and the artistic achievements of the Cappella Sansevero, especially the Veiled Christ. The kids were fascinated by the realistic depiction of the net in the statue of Disillusion and the vibrant fresco on the ceiling ✨
4 days in Naples with the family
Activities: We visited the Sansevero Chapel in Naples, home to a famous sculpture of Jesus Christ. While the sculpture is impressive, the price and the wait time made it less appealing, especially for families
Highlights: The Sansevero Chapel's sculpture of Jesus was very impressive, but the price and the wait time made it less appealing, especially for families ✨