Capri
Anacapri
is the second largest town on the island, is situated on a fertile
plateau at the foot of Monte Solaro.
In
Anacapri to visit the
Santuario Santa Maria a Centrella;
this is also the vantage
point for a magnificent view of Capri and the Sorrento coast.
From Caprile do not fail to make a side trip to Belvedere della Migliara
and to the lighthouse Faro di Punta Carena and enjoy the fantastic view
once again.
On the way back, the ruins of the castle, Castello
di Materita can
be seen on the right.
Along the road from Anacapri to Damecuta are the excavations of the last
three villas from the days of Imperial Rome.
In Damecuta itself, rich in archeological finds, a tour can be
made to the tower Torre di Damecuta, that was erected in the Middle Ages
to defend Capri's coasts against marauding pirates. From here, too,
there is a splendid view of Ischia, Procida and the Gulf of Naples.
Another point of interest reached from Anacapri is the world-famous Grotta
Azzurra (Blue
Grotto), undoubtedly one of the world's most famous beautiful limestone
caves. The Blue Grotto is also accessible by boat from Marina Grande.
The source of the Grotto's enduring fame is the strong reflection of
color as well as the submerged remains of Roman walls, definite proof
that the grotto was once above sea level.
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