Archaeological Complex of Carminiello ai Mannesi
A multi-layered excavation spanning two millennia of Naples’s urban history, from the Roman era through the Middle Ages.
At a glance
The Archaeological Complex of Carminiello ai Mannesi preserves superimposed remains from successive periods of occupation and construction. Stratified evidence reveals how this sector of Naples transformed across centuries, offering insights into domestic, commercial, and civic life from antiquity through medieval times.
History
Archaeological deposits at the site document continuous habitation beginning in the 1st century BC, when Naples (ancient Neapolis) was an established Greco-Roman city. Excavation has revealed successive building phases and activity layers extending through the Roman imperial period and continuing into the medieval era. Each stratum tells of how urban life, construction practices, and settlement patterns evolved across more than a thousand years.
What you see
The complex comprises visible and excavated archaeological remains reflecting multiple construction episodes. Stratification—the layering of different time periods in the soil—is the defining characteristic. Foundations, walls, floors, and other structural elements from Roman and later periods remain in situ, allowing specialists to read the site’s chronology and understand changing building techniques and urban organization across the centuries.
Cultural significance
This site is vital for understanding Naples’s transformation from a thriving Greco-Roman port city into a medieval settlement. The vertical sequence of occupational layers documents changes in urban density, economic activity, building standards, and daily life. Such archaeological evidence enriches historical knowledge that written sources alone cannot provide.
Key facts
- Address: via Carminiello ai Mannesi, 80138, Naples
- Coordinates: 40.85114253558723, 14.260291457176208
- Official website: https://www.beniculturali.it/mibac/opencms/MiBAC/sito-MiBAC/Luogo/MibacUnif/Luoghi-della-Cultura/visualizza_asset.html?id=150629&pagename=150629
Practical information
Visiting hours and admission charges are not listed. Contact the site or check the official website for current access conditions and any guided-tour options.
Getting there
The complex is located in central Naples at via Carminiello ai Mannesi. Public transport and local maps will guide you to the address. Consult the official website for directions and visitor logistics.
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