latest posts

Culture

Villa Malaparte: History and Facts about Capri’s Most Iconic Villa

Villa Malaparte, built between 1938 and 1942 on the Punta Massullo promontory, is one of Capri’s most recognizable architectural landmarks. Commissioned by Curzio Malaparte and traditionally associated with architect Adalberto Libera, it is distinguished by its red structure built directly onto the rock, its large trapezoidal staircase, and the curved white wall of its terrace. The villa also became famous through Jean-Luc Godard’s 1963 film Contempt. Today, it is privately owned and is considered one of the most important examples of 20th-century Italian architecture.

Read More »
Culture

The Blue Grotto of Capri: Between Myth, Legend and Wonder

The Blue Grotto of Capri is one of the island’s most iconic attractions, renowned for its breathtaking blue light and centuries-old legends. Discover the myths surrounding this enchanting sea cave, its rediscovery by August Kopisch in 1826, and the unique natural phenomenon that continues to captivate visitors from around the world.

Read More »

Ritratti Capresi

G7 Foreign Ministers’ Group Photo with the Faraglioni in the Background Goes Global

The panoramic terrace of the Giardini d’Augusto, with the Faraglioni providing a stunning backdrop, was the location for the group photo of the G7 Foreign Ministers. The images, taken during the summit chaired by Minister Antonio Tajani, who personally selected Capri as the venue for the ministerial meeting, quickly spread around the world.

Peace at the Heart of the Summit
“We have shown that Italy’s leadership of the G7 is a great opportunity for peace. I am proud to chair the meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the great liberal democracies and most advanced economies in Capri. We should be proud of our homeland,” Tajani stated.

During a break from the summit’s work, the minister took a leisurely evening stroll through Piazzetta, where he greeted numerous tourists and locals, stopping to chat and exchange opinions. He also made a stop at the Buonocore gelateria to taste the special “G7 Italia” gelato made for the occasion, a treat that was also appreciated by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.

Related Posts