Landmark
Casa Malaparte
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Casa Malaparte is an architectural masterpiece designed by Adalberto Libera for writer Curzio Malaparte. The building is a bold red rectangular structure with a distinctive inverted pyramid staircase leading to a rooftop terrace. It sits isolated on a rocky promontory at Punta Massullo, offering dramatic views of the sea and the Faraglioni. The house is not open to the public, but its exterior can be admired from the water or from a hiking trail above. The contrast between the vibrant red facade and the rugged limestone cliff makes it a photographer's dream. The surrounding area is wild and scenic, with Mediterranean scrub and sheer drops to the sea. Visiting Casa Malaparte feels like discovering a secret hideaway, remote, mysterious, and utterly unique.
Don't miss
- View the house from a boat tour for the best perspective of its cliffside setting
- Hike the trail from the nearby town of Capri to get a closer look from above
- Photograph the iconic red facade against the blue sea and sky
- Spot the rooftop terrace where Malaparte entertained guests
- Enjoy the wild, untouched landscape of the eastern Capri coast
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