Farnese Atlas in the National Museum of Archaeology

Farnese Atlas in the National Museum of Archaeology in Naples

The Farnese Atlas in the National Museum of Archaeology in Naples is the oldest surviving statue of Atlas and the earliest known representation of the celestial sphere.
 
The best artworks from the excavations of Pompeii and Herculaneum, including mosaics and frescoes, are on display in the National Museum of Archaeology in Naples. The Campania Arte Card is fantastic savings deal that cover public transportation in the Naples region – including the Circumvesuviana commuter train from Naples Garibaldi station to Ercolano (for Herculaneum) and Pompei-Scavi Villa dei Misteri station (of the excavations of Pompeii), as well as the metro in Naples.