History and culture of Sardinia form a wonderful mosaic. We will begin a journey through centuries and events, to get to know the people and the forms of art and expression… A long journey from prehistory to the present day.
The plain of Ozieri, now crossed by roads and the railway connecting Sassari and Olbia, was already crossed by one of the main communication routes in Roman times. It should therefore not be surprising the presence of an imposing Roman bridge along the ancient road, near Ozieri; this is a Read more…
The small village of Ardara is located on the hills in Logudoro. In this area, famous for important historical events, there are three churches, among the best examples of Sardinian Romanesque. These are the Basilicas of Santissima Trinità di Saccargia, of Sant’Antioco di Bisarcio and of Santa Maria del Regno; Read more…
Monte Alma is a hill located about halfway between Nulvi and Martis, in northern Sardinia. It is an exceptional view point that certainly deserves a visit when passing by! Mountain bike lovers, who want to get there from neighboring villages, get ready to find a pleasant rural route... Read more…
In the district of Latte Dolce, in a square on the outskirts of Sassari, there is a surprising and unexpected monument… It is not an ancient statue, a majestic palace, a curious work of contemporary art… This time, we are faced with an authentic steam locomotive built in the early Read more…
Today we will visit Santa Giusta, small town in the province of Oristano, where there is a wonderful Romanesque basilica. The village of Santa Giusta is located on the banks of the homonymous pond, in a lake environment that reminds us the landscapes of Cabras. Read more…
The municipality of Arzachena is very large, located in the north east of Gallura. This area is known for the seaside resorts, but also for the numerous archaeological monuments of the Nuragic and pre-Nuragic periods in the hinterland. The town of Arzachena is located on hilly slopes that form a sort of natural terrace... Read more…
Olbia is a small town on the coast in the north-east of Sardinia of great historical importance. The town is located in the middle of a fascinating natural amphitheater: a basin surrounded by hills and mountains; furthermore towards the sea, in the distance, we can see the square promontory of Read more…
In the area of Ozieri, in northern Sardinia, not far from Saccargia Basilica, there is the ex-cathedral of Sant’Antioco di Bisarcio, one of the greatest monuments of the Sardinian Romanesque. We tell you about a visit we made during the autumn, a few years ago… The church stands in the countryside... Read more…
There are places in Sardinia that show their beauty on sunny days, when the colors of the sea and nature are stronger. Other places, however, can show a particular charm with less beautiful weather. We noticed it during our trip to discover Pedres Castle. The sky is gray, the colors... Read more…
Today we will discover the Domus de Janas between Sassari and Porto Torres, in particular of the site of Su Crucifissu Mannu. Several necropolises have been found throughout the area surrounding Sassari; so we know that this region has been populated and frequented since antiquity. In addition to arousing historical Read more…