CASERTA - CASSINO EXCURSION
Caserta is known as the "Versailles of Naples" after the Royal Palace built here by the Bourbon King, Charles III, in the 18th century. The enchanting palace overlooking the huge square is one of the most sumptuous buildings of its kind in Italy.  It has over 1,200 rooms and is full of paintings and rich decorations. The magnificent gardens are 3 km long and their crowning glory is a 75 metre high waterfall, which can be clearly seen from the palace.  After the splendour of the Royal Palace, we make our way to Monte Cassino 3 km away (free time for lunch) and the famous Abbey, which was founded in 529 by St. Benedict of Norcia.  During the second world war the Abbey was completely destroyed and has since been faithfully restored to its former glory.