Ruined fort on Capri's west coast dating mainly from the early 19th century that acts as a landmark on the Sentiero dei Fortini trail.
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Nearby Capri attractions
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Capri’s most famous attraction is the Grotta Azzurra, an unusual sea cave illuminated by an otherworldly blue light. The easiest way to visit is to take a…
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Ruined fort on Capri's west coast dating mostly from the early 19th century that acts as a usful landmark on the Sentiero dei Fortini trail.
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This rugged stone tower, halfway along the road between Anacapri and the Faro (lighthouse), was constructed in 1378 by monks of the Certosa di San Giacomo…
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Anacapri’s chief building is famous for its handsome floor, a veritable work of art depicting the Adam and Eve story in multicoloured tiles. So masterful…
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The striking Moroccan-style ‘Red House’ was built by American colonel John Clay MacKown in 1876. Constructed around a 16th-century defensive tower, the…
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This ruined medieval fort on Capri's west coast was reconstructed by the French in the early 19th-century. It acts as a useful landmark on the Sentiero…
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Sitting in an old-fashioned chairlift above the white houses, terraced gardens and hazy hillsides of Anacapri as you rise to the top of Capri's highest…
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This panoramic platform, reached via a 30-minute walk along a paved path from Anacapri, has spectacular sea views. From Piazza Vittoria, take Via…