HeritagePhoto Wikimedia CommonsMonte Solaro
Italy
The highest point of the island , located in Anacapri , a small part of the island , you can reach it with the amazing chairlift. A breathtaking view from where you can admire the island , the Amalfi coast and Sorrento
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the summit of Monte Solaro, the absolute pinnacle of the island of Capri. Rising to an elevation of 589 meters, or roughly 1,932 feet, this is 'Capri's rooftop,' the only place on the island where you can achieve a…
Listen in the app2The Seggiovia — The Iconic Chairlift Ride
The journey to the top of Monte Solaro is often as memorable as the summit itself, thanks to the 'Seggiovia' or chairlift. Built in 1952 by the engineer Uliscia and fully renovated in 1998, this system features 156 individual…
Listen in the app3The Summit Terrace — A 360-Degree Panorama
Once you step off the chairlift, you are on the main viewing terrace of Monte Solaro. This stone platform encompasses the majority of the summit, and you can walk around its entire perimeter to achieve a full 360-degree view. …
Listen in the app4Fortino di Bruto — A Napoleonic Remnant
While Monte Solaro is celebrated for its natural beauty, it also holds significant historical importance. Near the summit, you will find the ruins of the Fortino di Bruto. …
Listen in the app5The Faraglioni Lookout — Icons in the Sea
One of the most anticipated sights from the summit of Monte Solaro is the view of the Faraglioni. These three massive limestone stacks rise majestically from the sea just off the southern coast of the island. …
Listen in the app6The Flora and the Statue of Augustus
As you wander through the Garden area of the summit, take note of the statue of Emperor Augustus. This monument commemorates the first Roman emperor's deep affection for Capri; it was Augustus who famously traded the much larger…
Listen in the app7The Summit Cafe — La Canzone del Cielo
After exploring the history and the views, most visitors gravitate toward the summit cafe and restaurant, aptly named 'La Canzone del Cielo' or 'The Song of Heaven.' This cozy establishment features a spacious outdoor terrace…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we prepare to depart from the summit of Monte Solaro—whether by the silent chairlift or the winding hiking paths—we leave with a sense of clarity that only such a height can provide. We have looked down upon the legends of the…
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What is Monte Solaro?
Monte Solaro is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 40.5450, 14.2230 |
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