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Tuesday, 30 October 2012
Capri, Italy
From Terzigno/Pompei, we traveled to Sorrento, to jump on a ferry to the island of Capri. It is a small island with two main towns, Capri, and Anacapri; we stayed in Anacapri at the Hotel Hermes di Bussola where we had the friendliest hosts since Berlin. On the island we went on two hikes; one along the southeast coast, and the other along the west coast which was called the walk of the old forts because of all the old fort ruins left by first the British and then the French in the 19th century. The hiking trails were much different than those at home, as they were paved or stone, though the elevation changes coupled with the heat made them no walk in the park. From Anacapri, we took a chairlift up to the islands highest point, Monte Solaro, which provided good views of the area. On our walk down we found this kinda weird religious place, but it was interesting. Another highlight of the island was the Grotta Azzurra (Blue Grotto), which is a sea cave that glows blue due to the two entrances; one above, and one below the water. On calm days, canoe-sized boats are able to fit thru the small entrance, but if there's even the smallest waves they'd be smashed on the top of the hole. Because it was never calm enough for the boats, we swam in, which isn't really allowed, and is scary because you have to time the pattern of the waves, but is free, and very worth it. I encourage you to google it for more info/pictures 'cause it's really cool. Overall, Capri was super chill, and one of the best places yet, especially due to the delicious breakfasts at the hotel each morning.
The Blue Grotto
Faro, A Point Where We Went for Our First Swim in the Mediterranean Sea and Saw a Nice Sunset
A Sign Thing at Faro, and Once Again, Danielle's Finger
Various Flora
Grotta di Matermania
Our Hotel
View from Hotel Balcony
Various Houses
The Famous, Villa Malaparte, AKA Casa come me
Monte Solaro Lift
Views from Summit
The Summit
Way Down
More Views from the Summit
The Punta Tragara Hotel Used as American Command During WWII
Various Streets, All Very Narrow
The Story of Jesus Christ; An Illustrated Guide
AMAZING Restaurant in Anacapri Which Was Recommended in Our Travel Book, Best Place We've Ever Ate At
Villa Jovis, Read Up Son!
Walk of the Old Forts
Along the Trail They Had These Little Info Signs on the Local Flora/Fauna
Arco Naturale, Massive Arc, Really Cool
Faraglioni Rocks
Not Faraglioni Rocks, But Still Nice
More of the Faraglioni Rocks
The Rest Being Random Shots
Fresh Off The Ferry
Freshly Squeezed Frozen Orange/Lemon Juice
In Pompeii, There's This Famous Mosaic Meaning Like Beware of Dog, We Didn't Get A Picture Of It There, So Why Not On Capri
A Marriage Vessel of Sorts
Half the Vehicles on the Island are These Things, Super Loud, Super Annoying
Church of Santa Maria [I Think]
Hard to See, but You Can There's the Road Up to Anacapri Along the Cliffside, Which Is Enough to Make Anyone Fear Heights
Hi R & D you've seen so many beautifull things!! Really nice to follow your blog. Have a nice Halloween evening.
ReplyDeleteGroetjes, Carla