Anacapri

Anacapri is located higher on the island than Capri (about 150 m (490 ft) higher on average)—the Ancient Greek prefix ana- meaning "up" or "above". Administratively, it maintains a separate status from the comune of Capri.

Anacapri is widely known for its picturesque, rural tranquility, broad views of the Bay of Naples, and significant historic sites, including Villa San Michele.

Overview

Bus and taxi services connect Marina Grande to Capri and Anacapri via the numerous hairpin turns of Via Giuseppe Orlandi.

A chairlift in Anacapri (seggiovia) connects Piazza Vittoria to the 589 m (1,932 ft) Monte Solaro, providing wide views of the south-facing coast.

Punta Carena Lighthouse is located 3 km (1.9 mi) from the main town.

French composer Claude Debussy named one of the pieces from his first book of preludes—No. 5, "Les collines d'Anacapri" ("The Hills of Anacapri")—in homage to the community.

Notable landmarks

• Casa Caprile
• Castello Barbarossa
• Belvedere della Migliera (or Migliara)
• Casa Rossa
• Chiesa di San Michele
• Chiesa di Santa Sofia
• Eremo di Santa Maria a Cetrella
• Le Boffe
• Sentiero dei fortini
• Phoenician Steps (Scala Fenicia)
• Monte Solaro
• Punta Carena Lighthouse
• Casa Cernia di Luigi Cosenza
• Villa Damecuta
• Blue Grotto