Procida is a small island near Naples in Campania, Italy.
Procida is the smallest island of the Gulf of Naples, relatively rich in attractions and archaeology.
The architecture of Procida has a Greek origin. In fact, the history of Procida is concentrated first of all in the medieval village “Terra Murata” and on “Corricella”, the fishing settlement.
The landmarks of Procida reflect typical Mediterranean pastel colours.
- Terra Murata. A medieval village with calm atmosphere, a few small cafes and viewpoints.
- Abbrazia di San Michele Arcangelo. A small pretty church.
- Marina di Corricella. A romantic ancient fishing village, nowadays mostly restaurant center, full of colorful houses.
- Vivara. This small island is a natural reserve, linked to Procida by a bridge. Archaeological excavations were done here.
- The island has served as the set for numerous films, such as The “Postman” by Massimo Troisi, and some scenes in “The Talented Mr. Ripley” were shot on Corricella. Numerous info tables are placed around the island, showing them.
Terra Murata. A medieval village with calm atmosphere, a few small cafes and viewpoints.
- Abbrazia di San Michele Arcangelo. A small pretty church.
Terra Murata. A medieval village with calm atmosphere, a few small cafes and viewpoints.
- Abbrazia di San Michele Arcangelo. A small pretty church.
Marina di Corricella. A romantic ancient fishing village, nowadays mostly restaurant center, full of colorful houses.
Vivara. This small island is a natural reserve, linked to Procida by a bridge. Archaeological excavations were done here.
Procida has 6 beaches and 3 tufaceous sides with crystal-clear waters.
Procida offers simply cooking and at least 10 excellent restaurants with plain cooking based on fresh fish. This simple style never fails, thanks to the 20 fishing boats and a lot of small drifters.
The specialties of the cooking are:
- coniglio alla procidana - stewed rabbit - which goes back to the Borbonen who came on Procida to hunt the wild rabbit on Vivara
- spaghetti al riccio di mare (spaghetti with sea-urchin)
- various seafood dishes (especially grilled or as ragu al mare for pasta)
Best dining spots are in Marina Corricella though the quality is the same practically anywhere.
Limoncello and any available local wines (local "island wine" probably comes from nearby Ischia though)
Ferries to Ischia depart many times a day.