Sardinia

On the border / visa

The second largest island in the Mediterranean. Dedicated area of 24 800 square kilometers, the island is inhabited by about half a million people. The island's capital is Cagliari. The 1849 km long coastline is a rocky. There a lot of deep coves, rocky cliffs and high towers.

Sardinia is easy to reach by plane. Most airline fly to Cagliari. Sardinia is part of the EU and therefore no visa is required.



Climate / When to go?

Sardinia is an island located in a typical Mediterranean subtropical climate. It is characterized by mild but rainy weather in winter and hot and dry summers. Sardinia is an island of the sun. Average number of sunny days a year reaches 300. In the mountains it can snow in the winter. The average annual temperature in Sardinia is from 11 to 17 degrees Celsius. Characteristic of the island is the north-west wind that blows mainly in winter and spring. It can blow pretty hard, but is usually dry and mild. Planning a holiday in Sardinia, it is worth remembering that in this part of the Apennine Peninsula summer ends earlier than in the south of Italy.

History / Customs

History of Sardinia is rich in sudden turns and full of truly mythological events. Until 238 BC the island was ruled by the Carthaginians. They left here more than a mark of their culture - today's Tunisia. Ever more numerous archaeological excavations indicate early contacts with Crete and Cyprus. Around 1000 BC Phoenician mariners established several ports of trade on the coast of Sardinia. However, in 509 BC, the War broke out between the indigenous population and the Phoenician settlers. The settlers called for help Carthage, with the result that Sardinia has become entirely subordinate to Carthage. A few centuries later (ca. third century BC) the island occupied Rome. Fifth century n.e. This dismal times for island residents - then they came to the island since the Vandals. The subsequent history of important events, it is worth noting that after several centuries of the island passed into the hands of Austria, who a year later exchanged it from Piedmont to Sicily. And in 1720, Sicily came under control of the House of Savoy, who later became kings of Italy, thus becoming part of Italy.

 Traditions and culture

Inhabitants of Sardinia are very proud people. The mere fact that they call their island "the world's smallest continent," says a lot. Others argue that their land "has a thousand faces." Most of the Sardinians are tough people. Highlanders who for centuries resisted tabunom invaders. Today, while grazing sheep, which ..there are 3 times more of than inhabitants.

Airports / Car Rental

The largest airport is located in Sardinia Cagliari (CAG). The airport is located 7 km west from the city center and is equipped with only one terminal. At the airport you can rent a car. The following comapnys are located in the arrivals hall: Dollar / Thrifty, Sardinya rent a car, Autoeuropa, Eurorent, Easy Car, Pinna rent a car, rent a car, Matt, Ruvioli rent a car, rent a car Pintauro and Budget Autonoleggio.

Public Transport

Many tourists visiting Sardinia in the past recommended the experience of on-site scooter rental, which can be very nice to explore the entire island. Generally you don't have to worry about rainy weather (unless you visit the island during the winter). Or, take a cruise boat around the island.

Taxis / Infrastructure

A taxi rank is located outside the airport at Cagliari. On the whole island availability of taxis is very satisfactory.

Events
Among the regular events held in Sardinia, it is worth special attention to include: an annual festival of the European Jazz Expo held in November, the May festival folk Cavalcata Sarda in Sassari, riding demonstrations and a knights' tournament held on the occasion of Christmas Sa Sartiglia in Oristano, Cagliari Sant'Efisio feast (at which the occasion is festive indulgence and procession in honor of St.. Efisio).

Sardinia culinary specialties
Every village has its own culinary speciality - roast lamb or suckling pig, seafood, cheeses, artichokes, etc. The island is famous for the diversity of pastries, and bread in particular. A typical type of bread is a pane carasau Sardinian carta da musica, These are dried thin pancakes - The original bread eaten by shepherds.

Lifestyle
Sardinians commonly define the term "folklore." And indeed, the inhabitants of the islands are quite strongly tied to local traditions and cultural practices of everyday life. It is believed that the longevity of Sardinians (most live to 100 years) is related to the fulfilment of the wisdom of ancestors on the island. In addition to the substance of everyday life, in which an important place is given to diligent work, a strong emphasis on family relationships, care for seniors, sharing sorrows and joys with family, participation in family celebrations, and local government.

Sights
especially worth seeing:
Alghero - one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean, surrounded by a fourteenth-century walls.
Cagliari - the capital of the island with its countless monuments (including a Roman amphitheatre, the thirteenth-century cathedral, the ancient necropolis).
Capo Testa - unusual rock formations in the north of the island.
Costa Paradiso - an exceptionally beautiful part of the Sardinian coast.
"Silver Door" - the highest mountains located in the Sardinian province of Nuoro.
S'Archittu Coast in the region - with the dark basalt cliffs.