SARDINIA
Uncontaminated natural areas such as the inland of Gallura, the wild areas of Barbagia, rugged mountains, green valleys, sandy beaches, and rocky coasts, are true natural paradises. The Emerald Coast is the most glamorous Italian island for vacation from Porto Cervo to Liscia di Vacca, Cala di Volpe, Porto Rotondo to many other amazing cities and villages surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation and turquoise water.
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About Sardinia.
An enchanting Italian Island, thanks to its wonderful Costa Smeralda, is regarded as one of the most exclusive destinations for international tourism.
Sardinia can charm you with its magical beaches and wild mountainous interior. It can captivate you with its interesting history and its vibrant towns, which have deep-rooted local traditions and colourful festivals.
Sardinia has something to offer to everyone, from the jet-set atmosphere of the world-renowned Costa Smeralda, with its breathtaking scenery and exclusive hotels, to the unspoiled southern coast with its many deserted beaches and Caribbean-like turquoise sea.
Things To Do
Sardinia has wonderful beaches, such as Baia Sant'Anna, Cala Budoni, and Li Cucutti, and many more in the area of Santa Teresa di Gallura, where fine sand meets the turquoise sea. The beautiful beaches of La Pelosa in Stintino, a strip of impalpable sand, give you the opportunity to swim in shallow, crystal-clear waters.
In the archipelago of the Maddalena, on the island of Caprera, there is Cala Coticcio. Also known as Tahiti, it is a beautiful cove surrounded by pink-coloured rocks and bushes, whose beach is characterised by fine white sand and crystal-clear water. A thick pine forest and granite rocks are the setting for the wild Rena Majori beach, in Aglientu.
Cala del Principe, in Costa Smeralda, is opposite the Maddalena archipelago. The archipelago, which is part of the homonymous National Park, is made up of seven main islands and a series of smaller islets and is surrounded by a wonderful sea.
The superb island of Budelli, with its famous Pink Beach, and the Island of Tavolara are true natural wonders.
These are only some of the most fascinating places that make Sardinia one of the most famous destinations in the Mediterranean.
Visit the village of Palau, where you will find blue waters, rocky landscapes, and beautiful beaches like Porto Faro. full of history.
In Sardinia, there are ancient mines, museums, historic villages, and architectural treasures. Do not miss the Castello district, founded by the Pisans in the thirteenth century. You will discover unique archaeological areas with the mythical Nuraghi, 8000 of various eras from 1800 to 1100 BC.
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Cities To Visit
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Cagliari is the capital city of the island of Sardinia. It’s known for the Castello, a medieval walled district situated on a hilltop, high over the rest of the town. Architectural highlights include the 13th-century Cagliari Cathedral. Housed in a former arsenal, the Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Cagliari displays bronze objects, Roman ceramics and artifacts from the Nuragic age to the Byzantine era.
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IAlghero is the 5th largest city in Sardinia. Its name comes from the Italian word “alghe”, which means “seaweed”, because of the abundant presence of seaweed in the waters near the city’s coastline.
It is the island’s main port city and the Capital of the Coral Riviera. Alghero is famous for its fine coral. It takes its name from the precious red coral that populates its waters.
The Coral Coast is the most beautiful place on the western coast of Sardinia where you can immerse yourself in the pure blue of Le Bombarde beach.
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Sassari is an ancient royal city rich in art and nature in the Capo di Sopra area in Sardinia. It is a very important city in northern Sardinia.
In Sassari you can visit the Sanna Museum which hosts a large collection of historical artefacts. In the city you can admire the Fontana di Rosello and the splendid Piazza d’Italia, a symbol of the city
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A stroll through the historical centre of Nuoro is a relaxing pastime. . Walking on ages-old cobblestones, along streets lined with old stone houses, through courtyards, porticos and little squares that seem to appear out of nowhere, will feels like stepping back in time. Séuna is one of the old districts, once home to farmers and craftsmen. Another old district is Santu Pedru, where shepherds and landowners lived.
It is here that you will find the Deledda Museum as the city is the birthplace of the Nobel prize winner author.
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Olbia is a coastal city in northeast Sardinia. It’s best known for its medieval San Simplicio basilica, and for cafes which offer front-row seats on the central squares, such as Piazza Matteotti.
Walking along the palm-lined waterfront you will reach the Museo Archeologico di Olbia (Archeological Museum of Olbia) that hosts collections of Nuragic artefacts and Roman warships.
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This town is in he Gallura Region. It has breathtaking landscapes, beautiful beaches, extensive vineyards on hills and archeological sites.
It is a symbol of the elite tourism that emerged in the 1960s.
Factors that contribute to its prosperity are the granite mining industry, whose granite is a distinctive feature of the architecture of the old town centre, and the wineries where Gallura’s Vermentino wine is produced.
This little town is a triumph of colours: there are little squares where you can admire buildings with façades of pink granite and white stone as well as green plants and colourful flowers that embellish the narrow streets dotted with boutiques where you can buy artisan products.
