02:06This is a different side of Capri. More authentic, peaceful, a bit more rural.
02:16And even though the island is often overrun in the summer by mass tourism,
02:21there is still an atmosphere of serenity and tranquility here.
02:28On to the next tourist hotspot.
02:30On the south side of the island are the gardens of Augustus, created at the beginning of the 20th century by German industrialist Friedrich Alfred Krupp.
02:40This also gives you a stunning panoramic view of Capri, spanning the historic serpentine path via Krupp and the famous Faraglioni rocks.
02:51And on we go to the most famous square in Capri, Piazza Umberto I.
03:04For locals like Marco Milano, it's a real nuisance. He was born here and is a member of the local consumer association.
03:12He doesn't recognise his hometown anymore.
03:14When I go to a bar, I have to wait because it's usually full. If I want to go out to eat with my family, it's pretty certain that everything will be booked up because the restaurants are rather small.
03:27It's the same if I want to go to the beach.
03:30In high summer, up to 16,000 tourists come every day, with a population of about 14,000. Since 2024, tourists have been charged five euros during high season.
03:43The aim is for more people to visit in winter instead, but it doesn't seem to be helping. For locals, this is causing huge problems, for example, with housing.
03:52Let me give you a personal example. I'm a teacher and earn between 1,400 and 1,500 euros a month. However, that amount is also the lowest price you can find to rent an apartment in Capri.
04:08The rent is calculated based on what the landlord could earn from renting to tourists during the same period.
04:19But no tourism isn't an option either. Many locals make their living from it, such as the boatmen. Every day, they ferry visitors to the famous Blue Grotto.
04:29In midsummer, the rush for tours is enormous, while in fall, it's quieter.
04:33In a nutshell, Capri is gorgeous, but it's definitely not an insider tip. If you still want to see the island, come in the off-season or the shoulder season.
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