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Capital of the homonymous province Cagliari on the Mediterranean, giving a fine show if along the coast of southern Sardinia. And 'kept in the middle of the Gulf of the Angels and is set around the Sella del Diavolo. East of the mountains protect the Seven Brothers, while to the west rise the mountains of Capoterra. The plain stretches to the north of the Campidano.

It was inhabited since ancient times by the Sardinian people nuragic   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 have already started to come from the eighth century. BC budget finding stable   entrance to the Santa Gilla lagoon.   Will go to the Carthaginians in the fifth century. BC   of such certification remains in the beautiful cemetery of Tuvixeddu   and Bonaria, but all too soon be conquered by the Romans, who left a sign of their passage. Amphitheatre and suburban villas, such as the wonderful Villa Tigellio are confirmed. Become a major center of Southern judged, soon to be taken by the Pisans and Aragonese first then. 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 all'accattivante waterfront, colorful and vivid, as only these can be, the tourist will have the opportunity to rebuild the city through the eyes, as if flipping through a history book. We recommend visiting the Bastion of Saint Remy, from which you will have the opportunity 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 see the Devil's Saddle. Of archaeological interest Tuvixeddu the necropolis, the charming and Fullonica Viper Cave.

The city of the sun, a few years we are discovering more and able to attract a greater amount of tourists, either for artistic and cultural wonders that offer, either for the gastronomic and entertainment which offers to its guests. The restaurants, scattered around the old town, offering visitors Sardinian dishes, accompanied by good local wine. And the evening and the night Cagliari absorbs more fun and less   young people, in particular welcoming and charming wine bars, pubs, taverns and nightclubs. Notable last-minute deals offered by the hotels, to make it more attractive a destination already so fascinating.

Claudia Zedda

Ancient cities of Umbria, Gubbio once born on the slopes of Mount Ingino. Founded by the Umbrians, certainly came into contact with populations of Etruscan origin, given the proximity of the territories. Today is a little pearl Gubbio in Umbria, surrounded by green and white snow in the colder months. An atmosphere steeped in history and Middle Ages, the period to which the village seems to have been strongly linked. While giving the idea of ​​being a small settlement, is a municipality has 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 attract the interest of the visitors are usually the Palazzo dei Consoli, Gothic, before which there is a large square facing overlooking the town. Since 1901 the building held the position of the Civic Museum, where works of archaeological interest is added an interesting art gallery. Yet to visit the Roman Theater and the Museum of Roman Gate. Fascinating the possibility of reaching the summit of the mountain at whose foot the village is growing thanks to a ride by funicular. Gubbio is to remember that traditionally is defined as the City of the Mad, with 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 driver's license Fool. As we mention events not to miss the Festa dei Ceri, in honor of the patron saint, St. Ubaldo. It is held every year on May 15. The Palio of the Crossbow but is held 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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