The ferry from the mainland sails to the island of Procida. Furrowing the waves, he is about to go beyond the two great lighthouses of the port. From a distance you can glimpse the pastel colors of the houses in the port of Marina Grande which, lying one on top of the other, return brushstrokes from the past to the eye. The ferry lowers its large hatch, a few steps and ancient basalt pavements welcome curious visitors. Marina Grande, or Sancho Catholic (Sent ‘Co in Procidano dialect) is the main port of Procida Island and the beating heart of the island’s economic and social life. Here there are architectural and cult masterpieces such as Palazzo Merlato, the wooden crucifix from 1845 and the church of Santa Maria della Pietà with its Baroque bell tower.

Marina Grande will surprise you with its characteristic streets and numerous craft shops. In Via Vittorio Emanuale, at number 6, you will find the Rossocorallo workshop of Luisa Izzo, which by working coral and semi-precious stones gives life to wonderful jewels.