Netum, Noto, Italy - SpottingHistory

Netum was a considerable ancient town in the south of Sicily. Its current site is at the località of Noto Antica, in the modern comune of Noto.

As a treaty was concluded in 263 BCE between the Romans and King Hieron II of Syracuse, Netum was noticed as one of the cities left in subjection to that monarch. Ptolemy is the last ancient writer that mentions the name; but there is no doubt that it continued to exist throughout the Middle Ages; and under the Norman kings rose to be a place of great importance, and the capital of the southern province of Sicily, to which it gave the name of Val di Noto. But having suffered repeatedly from earthquakes, the inhabitants were induced to emigrate to a site nearer the sea, where they founded the modern city of Noto, in 1703.

The old site is on the summit of a lofty hill about 14 km from the modern town and 20 km from the sea-coast: some remains of the ancient amphitheatre, and of a building called a gymnasium, are still visible, and a Greek inscription, which belongs to the time of Hieron II.

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Ron Beebe (7 months ago)
This was a very nice and clean hotel. I wish the room had any kind of view but it did not. Staff is extremely accommodating and even found a way to get us the contents of our room safe after we left as we had forgot them.

Zongle (12 months ago)
The hotel appears newly constructed, impeccably clean, and boasts ample parking. The serene atmosphere, coupled with its proximity to a supermarket within walking distance, adds to its appeal. The only minor hiccup was with the WiFi connection. The next morning, we headed to Noto town center. The staff thoughtfully provided us with a map, indicating prime parking spots. We plan to revisit this hotel on our next trip to Noto.

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Steve Hagan (19 months ago)
Nice modern hotel within close walking distance to city center. Secure free parking and a very friendly staff.

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