Alghero and its surroundings
| Alghero has always been considered the capital of Sardinian tourism: since the 19th century, its wonderful coast has extremely surprised tourists and visitors. Its territory is characterized by an urban center which is absolutely exceptional since it is among the few Sardinian historical centers that has been preserved. This area is rich in history and remarkable natural landscapes putting together the stunning cliffs of Capo Caccia and the quiet tranquility of Porto Ferro beach.The characteristic port of Alghero, from which the promenade starts, is 2 km wide and is delimited by artificial edges that can moor fishing and recreational boats. Besides the wonderful marine landscape, Alghero is also the crossroad of four very particular roads: the coastal road towards Bosa, with its typical small inlets, the “olive” road of the Sanctuary of Valverde, the road towards Olmedo the “domus de janas” di Santu Pedru, and the mountain road of Villanova Monteleone. Monteleone. |
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| In the surroundings of El Faro Hotel it is possible to explore nature by going on a guided hike, mountain bike or boat excursion or going for a ride on a typical Sardinian horse.It is therefore possible to discover the nature reserve of Punta Giglio on Monte Rudedu with its Mediterranean scrub, the well-known grotte di Nettuno (Neptune’s Grottos) and enter the Arca di Noè (Noah’s Arch) nature reserve on Monte Timidone, to admire the sunset upon the sea and to view Isola Piana. It is also possible to visit Asinara Island and the medieval town of Bosa. | ||