Capri

Capri is an Italian island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, part of the Campania region. It lies at the southern end of the Gulf of Naples, opposite the Sorrentine Peninsula. The island is administered as the comune of Capri, which includes the town of Anacapri on its northern part. The year‑round population is about 7,000, with a seasonal increase due to tourism.

Capri covers about 10.4 square kilometers. The terrain is largely limestone with steep cliffs and a central plateau. Mount Solaro rises to 589 meters, offering panoramic views. The coastline is irregular, featuring caves and sea stacks such as the Faraglioni. The principal settlements are Capri town, the municipal seat, and Anacapri, linked by roads and a short funicular from the harbor at Marina Grande.

Historically, Capri has been inhabited since ancient times, with Greek and Roman influence. The Roman emperor Tiberius built villas there, notably Villa Jovis. In the medieval period it remained under various rulers and later developed as a fashionable resort in the 19th and 20th centuries, attracting visitors and artists and becoming a prominent tourist destination in Italy.

Notable attractions include the Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra), the Gardens of Augustus overlooking Marina Piccola, and the ruins of Villa Jovis. The surrounding sea supports boating, swimming, and cliff walking. The island is known for luxury hotels and a Mediterranean climate; local products include lemons, olives, and capers.

Capri is accessed mainly by ferry or hydrofoil from Naples, Sorrento, and other ports, with Marina Grande serving as the main port. A funicular links the harbor to Capri town, while Anacapri is reached by road; a chairlift operates to Monte Solaro.