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Capri
Geography
View of Capri from the sea

Location	Tyrrhenian Sea
Area	10.4 km² (4.0 sq mi)
Highest elevation	589 m (1,932 ft)
Administration
Italy
Demographics
Population	12,200
Pop. density	1,170 /km² (3,030 /sq mi)

Capri is a beautiful island in Italy. It's in the Tyrrhenian Sea, near the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Gulf of Naples. The main town on the island is also called Capri. People have been visiting Capri for fun holidays since the time of the ancient Roman Republic!

Capri is part of the Campania region and the Province of Naples. The island has two harbours: Marina Piccola (the small harbour) and Marina Grande (the main port). Another town, Anacapri, is located high up on the hills.

The island of Capri is mostly made of limestone and sandstone rock. Its sides are steep cliffs, and the surface also has many cliffs. The meaning of the name 'Capri' is not fully known.

Discovering Capri's Amazing Features
- What Makes Capri Special?
Visiting Capri: A Popular Island Getaway
- Nature and Wildlife on Capri
- Famous Attractions and Landmarks
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Discovering Capri's Amazing Features

Capri is famous for many cool places. One is the Marina Piccola, a charming little harbour. There's also the Belvedere of Tragara, a high walkway with amazing views and fancy houses.

What Makes Capri Special?

You'll see tall limestone rocks called Faraglioni sticking out of the sea. These are like natural sculptures! The town of Anacapri is another key spot. Don't miss the Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra), a sea cave with glowing blue water. You can also explore the old ruins of Roman villas.

Visiting Capri: A Popular Island Getaway

A wide view from the Piazzetta, in the heart of Capri

Capri is a very popular place for tourists from Italy and other countries. In the 1950s, it became a famous holiday spot. During summer, many visitors come to the island. Lots of them are day-trippers from nearby Naples and Sorrento. The main meeting point in Capri is the Piazza, a lively square.

Nature and Wildlife on Capri

Capri is home to special plants like the Mediterranean bush and the Arboreal Euphorbia. You can also find Ilex Wood here. The island has many animals too! Look out for quails, robins, and peregrine falcons. You might also spot blackbirds, geckos, and even blue lizards on the Faraglioni rocks. In the sea, there are red goldfish, conger eels, and groupers.

Famous Attractions and Landmarks

Capri has twelve churches, seven museums, and several monuments. The most visited place is the Blue Grotto. This amazing sea cave was found in the 1800s by tourists. It has been a popular sight ever since. Inside the grotto, you can see ancient Roman rock remains and a narrow opening.