Bacoli, Italy, with Queen Bee

Bacoli is a coastal town in the Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy, known for its stunning scenery, volcanic landscape, and rich Roman history, featuring sites like the Underwater Archaeological Park of Baia, the Piscina Mirabilis, and the Casina Vanvitelliana on Lake Fusaro. It offers a mix of seaside relaxation, ancient ruins, and cultural attractions, with views of the Bay of Naples and nearby islands like Ischia and Procida. 

Key features

• Location:

  Situated on the Phlegraean Peninsula, west of Naples, between Lake Miseno and Lake Fusaro. 

• History:

  Was a popular Roman resort town (Bauli) and is part of the volcanic Phlegraean Fields, with ancient Greek and Roman settlements like Cumae and Baia nearby. 

• Attractions:

  • Underwater Archaeological Park of Baia:Features submerged Roman ruins, accessible by diving or glass-bottom boat. 

  • Piscina Mirabilis: A massive ancient Roman freshwater cistern. 

  • Casina Vanvitelliana: An 18th-century hunting lodge on Lake Fusaro. 

  • Aragonese Castle: Offers panoramic views. 

  • Beaches: Includes beaches at Miseno and Cala Moresca. 

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