the catacombs san gennaro are ancient underground christian cemetery located naples italy |
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| The Catacombs of San Gennaro are ancient underground burial and worship places located in Naples, Italy. Carved out of the soft tuff rock, they consist of two levels: San Gennaro Superiore and San Gennaro Inferiore.These catacombs hold significant historical and religious importance. They were used for Christian burials and religious ceremonies from the 2nd century AD onwards. The catacombs are also linked to the patron saint of Naples, San Gennaro, whose body was once believed to be interred there. |
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