Nola: A Walk Through Italian History
Situated in between Mount Vesuvius and the Apennines, Nola, Italy is a town in the Metropolitan City of Naples, Campania. It is the hometown of St. Paulinus, who invented the church bell or "campana" after the province's name, Campania. The town is most accessible through the Naples International Airport (NAP), just 18 miles away.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to book Nola, ITL hotels is in December, when tourists are unlikely to visit. The busiest months for tourism are January through March. The best time to visit for great weather is in late March to late June and again in early September to late November. Visit in June for the Festival of the Lilies or Festa dei Gigli, which honors St. Paulinus.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When in Nola, Italy, don't miss out on the Nola Cathedral, a minor basilica that was reconstructed in a Neoclassical style (from its original Gothic style) in 1861. Get a taste of local history and culture at the History and Archeology Museum of Nola or visit the Complesso Basilicale Paleocristiano to see the basilical complex boasting of four historic basilicas. Check out the views from Castello Longobardo di Avella, characterized by its cylindrical tower and city walls that occupy slopes of the hill below. Enjoy 4-star amenities at Hotel Belsito with its warm suites, restaurant that serves Cmapanian cuisine, disco club, and outdoor pool. Hotel I Gigli offers suites with balconies, a bar and nightclub, an international restaurant, and gym. Hotel dei Platani offers traditional rooms, a bar and lounge, and an airy restaurant with regional cuisines.