Caserta
was probably founded by the Lombards in the 8th century on
the site of a Roman emplacement atop Monte Tifata, the town
spread into the plains below from the 12th century on.
The
constructionof the Bourbons’ grande palace assured
the town a certain grandeur it otherwise would never have
known.
Very famous is the Palazzo Reale, also known as Reggia
di Caserta, that was built by the Bourbons of Naples and
modelled on Versailles.
Work started after Charles III of
Bourbon decided he would build himself a palace similiar
to Vesailles.
A walk in the elegant gardens is a must. |
