There's no doubt about why the small island of Capri attracts so many tourists as there is beauty on and surrounding the long-inhabited isle.
We took an early morning boat to Capri from Sorento and joined a tour to see as much as we could in one day. We were the first up the Monte Solaro 12-minute chairlift ride to the village of Anacapri.
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| Chairlift at Capri / Geoff Sutton 2019 |
Here's a short video of the ascent to the top.
The views from the top are spectacular and the cool morning breeze was invigorating.
It is possible to use ancient steps to ascend the mountain.
We walked about the village of Capri -- a garden area has a plaque remembering an early resident- Caesar Augustus.
Nearby is a medieval Carthusian monastery dedicated to St James.
We had lunch near the touristy square marked by a bell tower.
We descended to the pier via the funicular and boarded a one-hour cruise around the island.
People were all over the boat viewing the natural beauty on small screens.
Then again, seeing the beauty again reminds me that a day in Capri is well worth it. Following are a few more photos.
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| Famous Rocks at Capri / Geoff Sutton 2019 |
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| The Clear Blue Sea at Capri / Geoff Sutton 2019 |
A short video of one of the caves by the sea as viewed from the boat tour around Capri.
Travel notes
- Locals pronounce Capri as KAP-ree not cah- PREE.
- It was a crowded island by mid-morning- glad we were advised to start early.
- I prefer to see things without a guide, but I am glad we had one here to ensure we quickly and smoothly moved from one setting to another.
- Chairlift- hold on to your items- we saw caps and water bottles on the ground below.
- Boat ride around the island. On our tour, the island scenes were on the starboard (right) side with god views from the stern (rear).
- Funicular- downhill views are blocked by the car in front unless you take the front car. The cars can be crowded with standing room only.
- It's possible to get sandwiches and drinks from a market near the clock tower--if you wish to save time and money.
- There are benches around the island.
- There are public toilets near the clock tower- euros needed.
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