Capital of the homonymous province, Cagliari overlooking the Mediterranean, giving a fine show if along the southern coast of Sardinia. E 'kept in the middle of the Golfo degli Angeli and spread around the Sella del Diavolo. East of the mountains protect the Seven Brothers, while to the west rise the mountains of Capoterra. The plain campidano lies to the north.
It was inhabited since ancient times by the people Sardinia people, it is shown by the archaeological discoveries of the time prior to the sixth millennium BC This proves that the beautiful ports of Cagliari even then had to be well attended. The first visitors were the Phoenicians, who started to come as early as eighth century. BC finding permanent appropriation entrance to the pond of Santa Gilla. Will go to the Carthaginians in the fifth century. BC clearance of which is in the beautiful cemetery of Tuvixeddu and good-natured, but all too soon be conquered by the Romans, who left a sign of their passage. The amphitheater and the residences, such as the wonderful Villa Tigellio, are confirmed. Become the main hub of southern judged, soon to be taken first by Pisa and then the Aragonese. Later, at the Savoy government of the island since the beginning of the modern era. Different cultural encounters that have left the city unmistakable signs of an exceptional art. Besides the wonderful sea and port area all'accattivante, colorful and vivid, as only they can be, the tourist will be able to feast his eyes across the city, as if flipping through a history book. We recommend visiting the Bastion of Saint Remy, where you will be able to enjoy an exceptional view that extends to the sea. It was built in the nineteenth century, approaching the ancient city walls, but will not miss a visit to poetto, the most popular beach in Cagliari from which you can admire the Devil's Saddle. Of archaeological interest Tuvixeddu the necropolis, the charming and Fullonica Cave Viper.
The city of the sun, a few years, they are discovering a mole always able to attract more tourists, either for artistic and cultural wonders that it offers, for the routes you want food and fun that offers its guests. The restaurants, scattered around the old town, offering tourists typical Sardinian dishes, accompanied by good local wine. And the evening and night Cagliari absorbs more fun and less young people, welcoming in particular and evocative wine bars, pubs, taverns or nightclubs. Notable deals offered by the hotels last minute, to make it an attractive destination already so fascinating.
Claudia Zedda

