In Europe there are many beautiful destinations, with millions of visitors a year, thanks to its incredible culture and its wonderful landscapes and one of them is the island of Sardinia, which despite belonging to Italy, could be said it have its own life and culture, and has even had attempts at independence, although the influence of Italy on the whole island is undeniable.
Sardinia is a much-requested destination, because on this island you can have a great vacation on the beach as a relaxing trip, where you can walk and enjoy nature. 80% of the territory of the island is composed of extremely old mountains and hills, making this island an ideal place for hiking and excursions. Despite this, it is not a particularly high territory, the highest mountain of the island, which is Punta Mármora, reaches 1834 meters in height.
A wonderful characteristic of Sardinia is its colorful rivers, which not only allow you to enjoy an amazing landscape, but also, it is possible to take exquisite baths in fresh water. Among the most important rivers are Tirso and Coghinas. The island also has some 54 artificial lakes, which provide electricity and water to the entire island, it also has a natural lake, Baratz, located at the north of the city of Alghero. However, a place impossible to miss when visiting Sardinia is “Sa Spendula” waterfall, considered one of the Italian national symbols, and it is undoubtedly one of the most important tourist attractions in the country.
A practically obligatory place to visit when going to Sardinia is the beautiful city of Alghero, which is located at the north of the island. It has a great historical importance, and has a peculiar charm, which takes the traveler to the Middle Ages and allows him to discover the magic that this island contains. Knowing Alghero also allows us to learn more about the fusion of cultures that today make up the Sardinian culture.
Another must-see city of Sardinia is Cagliari, the well-known capital of the island and where there are attractions for all tastes. Among other destinations, you can visit a beautiful old castle, its historic center, extremely striking and delicately preserved and some of the best beaches on the island.
If what you prefer is a good party and a sophisticated lifestyle, a destination that should include in your tour is the city of Porto Torres, which is known, and with a good reason, as the center of luxury and exclusivity of Sardinia.
To go into the history of the island visit “Sassari”, an old metropolis that, despite not being as well known as other cities, is still an important part of the life of the island. In it you can visit an interesting cathedral, several museums and an important history center. These are just some of the most touristic places in Sardinia, go all over the island and enjoy a wonderful destination.
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