In the Bay of Naples, a stone’s throw from the Sorrento peninsula, there are three islands: Capri<\/a><\/strong>, Ischia<\/a><\/strong>, and Procida<\/strong>.\u00a0Procida is the smallest and least known of the three, but it has much to offer.<\/p>\n Procida was first populated in the 10th century BC by the Greeks<\/strong>, who named it Phocida<\/em>. The island has a rich history, having been occupied and ruled by Romans, Arabs, Normans, French, Angevins, and Bourbons over the centuries. This long-standing tradition of foreign rule has left behind an array of historical sites for visitors to explore.<\/p>\n During its heyday in the 16th century, Procida became known as \u2018the pearl of the Mediterranean<\/em><\/strong>\u2019 and attracted many visitors from around Europe. It is still considered an important cultural center now due to its connection with numerous writers such as Goethe<\/strong>, Alexandre Dumas<\/strong>, and Pierre Loti<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Procida boasts charming and enchanting fishing villages, which is why it was chosen as the setting for several films including “Il Postin<\/em>o” and “The Talented Mr. Ripley<\/em>“. Let’s look in detail at the things you absolutely must see on a day trip to Procida:<\/p>\n Arriving by ferry, Marina Grande is the first thing on Procida you will see. It is, as you may have guessed, the island’s main port. Once ashore, you will be greeted by a row of multicolored houses<\/strong>, dominated by the crenelated profile of Palazzo Montefusco<\/strong>. To the left of Marina Grande is Via Roma<\/strong>, the commercial and tourist heart of Procida, where you will find shops, boutiques, craft workshops, and historic buildings, such as the beautiful Chiesa della Piet\u00e0<\/strong> and its Baroque bell tower.<\/p>\n Two of the island’s most important attractions are Palazzo d\u2019Avalos and Terra Murata. The former is a 16th-century residence, now the seat of Procida’s Town Hall<\/strong>, and the latter is an ancient fortified citadel<\/strong> that houses several historic monuments, including churches, convents, and fortifications. These two sites have stood still in time, and perfectly illustrate both Procida\u2019s past as an important political center in the Mediterranean Sea and its defensive structures against foreign intruders. What’s more, they are located in the center of the island, almost 90 meters above sea level, so from here you can enjoy fantastic views of the sea and the Italian coastline.<\/p>\n Marina Corricella is Procida’s oldest fishing village<\/strong> and is where director Massimo Troisi shot his film “Il Postino<\/em>“. The best thing you can do in Marina Corricella is a stroll through the streets, admiring the colorful fishermen’s houses with their typical arched balconies showing a clear Arab influence.<\/p>\n As an island, Procida has no shortage of enchanting bays and beaches. The sand is generally dark and pebbly<\/strong>, given the volcanic origin of the island and the proximity of Vesuvius. The sea is deep blue, and local vegetation and colorful cottages often frame the view. On Procida’s beaches, you can definitely spend relaxing moments. Here’s where to go:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do you want to visit Procida? Discover our luxury villas on the Amalfi&Sorrento Coasts<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\nHistory of Procida<\/h2>\n
What to see on Procida<\/h2>\n
Marina Grande<\/h3>\n
Palazzo d\u2019Avalos and Terra Murata<\/h3>\n
Marina della Corricella<\/h3>\n
Beaches of Procida<\/h3>\n
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