The Paper Museum of Amalfi is housed within an ancient paper mill dating back to the 13th century, where visitors can rediscover the ancient techniques of paper production.
Inside the museum, visitors can find centuries-old tools used for the artisanal production of paper, such as ancient wooden hammers, operated by a waterwheel, which beat and crush linen, cotton, and hemp rags; a Dutch machine from 1745 and 18th-century presses used to remove excess water from the sheets.
The tools, restored and made functional, are powered by the force of the waters of the Canneto stream, allowing visitors to experience the thrill of creating paper sheets as it was done in the past.
Amalfi was among the first centers where the art of paper production was discovered in the 12th and 13th centuries.
The paper mills in Amalfi, many of which are located along the Valle dei Mulini, contributed to making the city famous for its production. Even today, despite difficulties, paper production in Amalfi has continued, preserving its artisanal and familial character, a source of pride for the city and its inhabitants.
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