“A Pordenone si fa festa, a Napoli si muore, vado a Napoli.”” These words, etched into the Monumento a Umberto I d’Italia, speak volumes about the man it honors. They tell of a king who chose duty over celebration, who faced a cholera epidemic head-on. The Monumento a Umberto I d’Italia, right before you, isn’t just a monument. It’s a testament to courage and compassion. King Umberto I, though born into royalty, didn’t shy away from his people’s suffering. When cholera ravaged Naples in 1884, he went directly into the heart of the crisis. He comforted the afflicted and offered support. This monument, inaugurated in 1901, is a tribute to his selflessness. It’s a reminder that even amidst fear, true leadership shines through. Look at the inscription again. Those words, forever etched in stone, encapsulate King Umberto I’s legacy – a legacy of courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to his people.”
Fontana delle Conchiglie
This unassuming fountain, the Fontana delle Conchiglie, holds a secret. It wasn’t always meant to stand alone. Built in 1938