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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

Ancient city of Umbria, Gubbio was born in ancient times to the slopes of Mount Ingino. Founded by the Umbrian, to some contact with people of Etruscan origin, given the proximity of the territories. Today Gubbio is a small gem in Umbria, surrounded by greenery and in the coldest months in the snow. The atmosphere is steeped in history and Middle Ages, a period in which the village seems to have remained closely linked. While giving the idea of being a small settlement, is a town that counts 32,647 inhabitants, is located in the province of Perugia and the surface of the occupied territory is very large. The largest of the entire region. Monuments that are of the visitor's interest are usually the Palazzo dei Consoli, in Gothic style, before which there is a large square facing overlooking the town. Since 1901 the building held the position of the Museum, where works of archaeological interest adds an interesting art gallery. Yet to visit the Roman Theatre and the Museum of Porta Romana. Fascinating the possibility of reaching the summit of the mountain at the foot of the village which is growing thanks to a passage in the funicular. Gubbio is to remember that traditionally is defined as the City of Matti, a tradition that probably refers to the unpredictability of eugebini. Who makes three turns of the basin of the Fountain of the Mad it is usual to grant honorary citizenship and a driver's Fool. As we mention events not to miss the religious festival in honor of the patron saint, St. Ubaldo. It is held every year on May 15. The Palio della Balestra instead on the last Sunday of that month. And since 2004 the beautiful city hosting the event known as the Altrocioccolato.

Claudia Zedda

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