Faraglioni Sea Stacks off Capri Island, Italy
In Italian, faraglioni are stacks, a coastal and oceanic rock formation eroded by waves. The word may be derived from the Greek pharos or Latin pharus ("lighthouse"). They are found at the coasts of several regions of Italy and the most famous are in the Campania region, in the Bay of Naples, off the island of Capri. They are named Stella, connected to the island, (109 m), Mezzo (82 m) and Scopolo (or Fuori 106 m).
The Faraglioni are noted world-wide because of the peculiar shape and enchanting sight of them rising out of the water along the coastline. They're best seen by boat or from the beaches of Marina Piccola. These gorgeous rocks are also famous for a rare species of lizard: the "lacerta muralis coerulea" -or simply "blue lizard"- characterized by a special blue coloration that is found only on the island of Capri.
The famous three towering rock sea stacks, can only be seen from the sea at the southern part of the island. These rocks are home to the rare Blue Lizard, however he must also be elusive since nary a one was visible. When your boat passes through the famous stone archway in the middle you must kiss your partner for good luck!
A result of forceful winds and raging seas, these three Faraglioni rocks inspire countless photographers who attempt to capture their beauty. Translated, Faraglioni means “ones of the light,” and reflections of light from the azure sea create a constantly changing vision just off the Amalfi Coast and Sorrentine peninsula.
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