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The Faraglioni of Capri

Capri The Faraglioni of Capri

Capri's sea giants.

The Faraglioni are three blocks of rock which have survived coastal landslides, erosion by the sea and all manner of atmospheric corrosion. The rocks have each been given a name: the first, still attached to the land, is called Stella, the second, separated from the first block by a stretch of sea; Faraglione di Mezzo and the third, Faraglione di Fuori or Scopolo, in other words the head or promontory stretching into the sea.

The Faraglione di Fuori is the habitat for a famous species of Podarcis sicula coerulea and is the only place where it can be found. It is thought that, following the separation from the mainland, a sort of protective chromatic adaptation resulted in the lizards' scales assuming the blue tones of the sea and sky. The height of the Faraglioni is, on average, 100 meters. In the Faraglione di Mezzo is characterized by a cavity, a natural tunnel which has become famous throughout the world.

The Romans were especially fond of this area of Capri: in ancient times scattered with splendid villas and shady ninfei, later to become the much sought after retreat of artists in the nineteen hundreds and now home to exclusive residences and luxury hotels.

Sites of interest

Tips

La Fontelina

Restaurants

La Fontelina is one of Capri's most highly acclaimed restaurants offering unique hospitality...

da Luigi ai Faraglioni

Bathing Establishments

Youll never forget the unique experience of swimming in the shadow of the Faraglioni rocks.

Da Luigi ai Faraglioni

Restaurants

With its spectacular location and fabulous maritime cuisine, Capris Da Luigi ai Faraglioni is a...

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Restaurants

Da Luigi ai Faraglioni
With its spectacular location and fabulous maritime cuisine, Capris...
La Fontelina
La Fontelina is one of Capri's most highly acclaimed restaurants...

Bathing Establishments

da Luigi ai Faraglioni
Youll never forget the unique experience of swimming in the shadow...
La Fontelina
Magical place at Faraglioni

Wellbeing

Spa Tiberio
Spa Tiberio is the new wellness center of the prestigious Capri...

5 Star Hotels

Capri Tiberio Palace Hotel & Spa
Capri Tiberio Palace Hotel & Spa: elegant design combined with...

Featured hotels

La Scalinatella

5 Star Hotels

A luxury boutique hotel where guests delight in its unique and intimate hospitality.

Villa Ceselle

3 Star Hotels

Villa Ceselle: simple luxuries for a dream holiday on the island of Capri.

Caesar Augustus

5 Star Hotels

On a cliff 1000 feet above the sea, it offers one the most spectacular vistas you can find in any...

Villa Marina Capri Hotel & Spa

5 Star Hotels

Culture and luxury: the key elements of the new exclusive Capri's hotel Villa Marina.