The beaches of Sardinia are the country's national treasure. Map of Sardinia Detailed map of Sardinia

Exotic Island Sardinia on the map it belongs to the Italian state and attracts tourists with its natural beauty, rich history and the opportunity to have a great rest on the beach.

A relaxing holiday among cypresses, laurels, olives, dwarf palms, exploring amazing corals and mysterious caves - this is what a trip to Sardinia is all about.

Sardinia on the world map and Italy in Russian

On the world map, they look for Sardinia in the area near Corsica. The island, where people lived in prehistoric times, is the most valuable monument bygone eras and cultures.

Where exactly is it located?

The big island is west of Italy, located on the continent, in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, next to Corsica.

The outline of the settlement is similar to a giant sandal, which is reflected in the name: it sounds similar to the word “sandaliotis” from the ancient Greek language.

The island is twelve kilometers away from Corsica, and to get to the Apennine Peninsula you will have to travel two hundred kilometers. The southern borders of the island are adjacent to, and the western borders are adjacent to the Balearic Islands. Between the island and Corsica flows Strait of Bonifacio.

Historical reference

People first settled in Sardinia in the sixth millennium BC. Over time, stone towers began to be erected on the island, which were called "nuraghi". The towers reached ten to twenty meters in height. The ancient inhabitants erected huts next to the structures.

Starting from the year 1000 BC, the island came under the power of the Phoenicians, who actively began to populate and develop it. The island began to have trade routes. However, after several centuries, Sardinia was captured by the Carthaginians, who were defeated in 238 by the Romans. The latter began redeveloping the city, expanding old cities and designing new ones.

In the period between antiquity and modernity, Sardinia often changed hands. As a result of victories in battles and conquests, it found itself part of different states.

During First World War the inhabitants who fought in the same brigade fought valiantly. During the reign of fascism, the city of Mussolinia was founded on the island, which was named in honor of the fascist Duce. When the fascist regime was defeated, the city was renamed. Sardinia is now included as an autonomous region.

In 1999, Sardinian also received official status, like Italian.

Basic information and photos

On the island, civilization retreats to the power of nature. Adventure seekers and history buffs will be delighted by the secrets held by silent flora and fauna.

Dimensions and relief

The island covers an area of ​​twenty-four thousand square kilometers. The permanent resident population is slightly more than one and a half million people. Mixed terrain includes:

  • lush meadows;
  • green forests;
  • olive groves;
  • plains;
  • mountains.

The relief in the territory is uneven: in the eastern part the mountains are located almost near the water, and the western part consists of lowlands and plains. In the south-west direction there is a mountain range Iglesiente. At the heart of the island are mountains composed of schist and granite formations. To the west you can find lava and tuff plateaus.

Climatic conditions

The weather in Sardinia is generally mild, with clear sunshine most often. The climate is dry subtropical. In the spring, the island is attacked by downpours, and in the summer the dry season returns.

In mid-summer, temperatures can reach thirty-five to thirty-seven degrees Celsius. At this time the island is being blown strong winds.

Comfortable months For active recreation, excursions include:

  1. September;
  2. June;
  3. May.

The lion's share falls in winter precipitation. The average temperature is ten degrees Celsius.

In flat areas, winter weather is milder, while in higher elevations it is quite cold.

In April and October, demand for holidays decreases. There are few travelers on the island at this time, this may be a big plus for lovers of a calm and quiet holiday alone with nature. However, it is more difficult to find suitable accommodation, since many owners of such establishments either have not yet opened hotels and restaurants in the new season, or have already closed them before the next one.

The undoubted advantage of traveling to Sardinia in the off-season is the significant price reduction for hotel accommodation.

Administrative division

Sardinia is subject to Italy, but it is part of the country as autonomous region. The island has its own president and its own regional council.

Over the course of its rich history, territorial changes have often occurred. Today there is a division into regions, carried out in the medieval period. The administrative center of the island is the city of Cagliari, the entire territory of the region is divided into eight provinces, each of which includes communes:

  • Cagliari;
  • Carbonia-Iglesias;
  • Medio Campidano;
  • Nuoro;
  • Ogliastra;
  • Olbia-Tempio;
  • Oristano;
  • Sassari.

Modern Sardinia is a popular holiday destination for tourists. However, local residents make money not only from the flow of travelers. They work in industrial sector, produce electricity.

The population living in the mountains is engaged in sheep breeding. Livestock common on the island because it is an important component of the economic development of Sardinia. The settlement produces excellent wines. The inhabitants, closely connected with the sea, fish for sardines and tuna.

How to get to this paradise?

Sardinia is a popular tourist destination and the island is easy to reach. Eat two ways: air and sea. There are three on the island that constantly receive flights from all over the world. Water communication operates throughout the year.

Airplane: how long does it take to fly from Moscow?

In the center of the island is the main airport called Elmas. It is also called Mario Mameli Airport. Travelers from all over the world fly to this place - from the capital of Great Britain, France, Belgium, and from other large cities in Italy.

From the city of Cagliari you can get to the airport by taxi or train.

Two more airports are available to tourists, located in the north in Olbia and in the west in Alghero. They also receive international flights; at the height of the season, planes landing here straight charter flights from the Russian Federation. The air route from Moscow takes about three hours.

You can find plane tickets using this simple and convenient search form. Enter cities of departure and arrival, date And number of passengers.

Ferry

From some nearby towns you can get to the resort by ferry. Sea communication is operational all year round no breaks. You can sail to Sardinia by water from the following ports:

  1. Naples;
  2. Rome;
  3. Genoa;
  4. Nice.

The ferry from Rome takes about fourteen to sixteen hours. Travel from Barcelona by water twelve o'clock. Ferries can also be used to travel around Sardinia itself. Flights connecting the ports of the island have been thought out.

See also fascinating movie about beautiful Sardinia:

Sardinia (Italy) includes all the Mediterranean beauty. Holidays in this country are preferred by tourists who love swimming, boating, windsurfing, hiking, rock climbing and hiking. August is considered the warmest month. It was during this period that Italian beaches were crowded with foreign tourists. And the internal life of the island, remote from the tropics, is very interesting and original.

How to get to the island

Costa Smeralda is the famous international airport of Sardegna in Italy. It is very close to the famous resorts: Porto Cervo, Bahia Sardinia, Porto Rotondo. Throughout the summer season, the Italian Meridiana Fly flies directly here from Moscow Domodedovo Airport - once a week and the Russian Es Seven - 3 times a week.

Costa Smeralda is located in the city of Olbia, which is conveniently reached by Alitalia flights with a transfer in Rome or Milan. The cost of a taxi ride is 36 euros*.

Sardinia Italy

Elmas Airport in Cagliari is convenient for tourists who prefer to holiday in Costa Rei or Villasimius. In the summer, Es Seven flies here - 2 times a week. There are also flight options with transfers on Alitalia and KLM flights. The center of Cagliari can be reached by public transport (bus or train).

Additional Information! The cost of a taxi from any Sardinian airport to nearby resorts costs between 90-130 euros.*

The island of Sardinia in Italy is connected by ferries of shipping companies. Water vessels depart from Naples, Palermo, Livorno, Genoa. The shortest route is Civitavecchia-Olbia. There are 5 hour tours during the day, 8 at night. A one-way ticket costs 40 euros.*

7 most beautiful places

The island of Sardinia is simply created for a paradise holiday. Tourists are inspired by the infrastructure, hotels, beaches, thermal springs and pleasant climate.

Important! It is advisable to come to the island in May or June, September or October, since during this period housing prices are lower than in the season (July, August), and there are much fewer tourists.

Castelsardo

This city has a beach, the distance is only 2 km from the center. A castle rises above Castelsardo, from which the entire city is visible. Tourists are offered yachts for rent to take boat trips along the northern coast.

Sassari

There are no beaches here, but residents of the city can boast of beautiful buildings in the Baroque, Gothic and Neoclassical styles. Also in Sassari there are ancient ports, the National Museum, the Duomo, and shrines of Pisan architecture.

Cagliari

There is a beach in Cagliari. Its distance from the center is 1.5 km. The best beach is located here - Poetto. Tourists are also invited to see historical monuments, buildings and parks. You should definitely visit the Cathedral, Bastion, San Mikle Fortress, Molentargius Park, Roman Amphitheater, Santa Maria Cathedral.

Carloforte

There are 3 beaches on the territory. This village has only 6,500 inhabitants. Quite a calm place, suitable for a family holiday. All residents speak their own language.

Bosa

There are 2 beaches in the city. Walking around the city, you can admire the majestic stone buildings. On the outskirts of the city there is a beautiful embankment with small cafes. Few people sunbathe and swim on the beaches, since there is no convenient entry into the water, but there are caves.

Alghero

There are 3 beaches in the village. In the town, tourists can visit local attractions: the Cathedral, a defensive fort. A favorite activity for tourists is to climb the bastion wall to watch the sunset over the Mediterranean.

Costa Smeralda

Beaches are scattered along the entire coast near populated areas. Between Olibia and the top of Capo de Teste the water is green, which is why locals call this beach the “Emerald Coast”.

Island vehicles

The main transport on the island is buses and trains. Regional transport company ARST controls all urban and intercity bus services connecting all populated areas of the island. The only negative is the low frequency of flights. Tickets can be purchased at:

  • box office;
  • vending machines;
  • kiosks;
  • bars;
  • tobacco kiosks.

Important! Travel without a ticket is not possible. This is considered an offense and is punishable by a fine.

Single tickets are valid for 90 minutes. Large cities are connected by State Railway lines. In the summer, tourists can take a ride on the unusual “Green Train” in retro style, running along several routes through the protected corners of the island.

Ferries are given special attention, as they connect the main island ports. Detailed information can be obtained from the tour operator. Many hotels offer bicycle rentals. But there will be a big difference in the cost of such transport. It will be comparable to renting a compact car.

Hotels in Sardinia

Where Sardinia is located, see the map of Italy in Russian. There are many hotels there. The most fashionable include:

  • Pitrizza;
  • Romazzino;
  • Cala Di Volpe.

4* hotels are considered the most reliable option with a decent level of service.

Important! The cost in the northeast of the island is 20-30% higher than in the southwest.

Sardinia on a map of Italy shows a clear border of the island. There are hotels here not only for wealthy tourists. The most popular hotels are on the coast. They were assigned 2* and 3*. You can stay in such housing for 50-100 euros per day. And ordinary people can stay in rooms offered to them by wineries and farms for 50 euros.

Sardinian beaches

Sardinia's favorable weather allows you to spend most of your time on the beaches. Stars love to relax on the Costa Smeralda. The most popular are Prince's Beach and Liscia Ruja. Porto Rotondo has become a favorite place for divers. The noisiest resort is Baia Sardini. Mostly all young people gather here.

Important! It is prohibited to land tourists on Rosa Beach on Budelli Island, as the coast is covered with pink shellfish. They can only be admired from the water.

2 sun loungers and an umbrella cost from 8 to 19 euros (depending on the vacation spot). Showers can also be paid - 1 euro.

The beaches of Marie Ermi and Is Arutas, where the coast is covered with white quartz sand and shallows, are recommended by doctors to visit with children. To the south begins the Green Coast with sparsely populated beaches.

Each beach area in the south and east is good in its own way. The Poetto coast offers tourists to visit bars, restaurants, and also use the services of a food delivery service or rental of beach equipment.

Exciting diving

The underwater part of Sardinia is no less fascinating. Holidays on the island have become popular due to its clear water, abundance of flora and fauna, bizarre underwater terrain, diving centers and other island attractions.

Diving in Sardinia

On the south coast near Cagliari, ships lie at the bottom. Wreck diving enthusiasts love this place. In the water you can admire barracudas, tuna, and in the crevices - rock perches and groupers.

Like any resort, the island has boutiques of famous Italian brands: Gucci, Prada, Armani, Dolce & Gabbana. You can buy things with 50-70% discounts at the Luxury Mall Italy in Olbia. In winter, discounts start from Christmas, and in summer - from July. You can also bring home hand-embroidered textiles (shawls, blouses, tablecloths, bedspreads, carpets) from Sardinia.

*Prices are current as of September 2018.

Sardinia is an island in the Mediterranean Sea, occupying the most central position between Sicily and Corsica. The name of the island has ancient Greek roots: “Sandaliotis” - this is how Sardinia was named due to its great similarity in shape to a sandal. The historical heritage of this land is unique, since the island was once inhabited by many different peoples. The natural beauty of Sardinia sinks deep into the soul: golden sandy beaches are under the strict protection of steep giant mountains. The rays of the bright sun gently break through in the morning between the crowns of oak, olive and eucalyptus groves. Everything living around speaks of the freshness and pristineness of this Italian corner.

Sardinia is located to the west of mainland Italy and is washed by the waters of the Mediterranean Sea. It is the second largest island after Sicily. Sardinia is separated from French Corsica by some 12 km, and from the Apennine Peninsula - 200 km.


Distance to Rome - 412 km, to Naples - 472 km, to Pisa - 513 km, to Florence - 537 km, to Rimini - 612 km,to Venice - 742 km.

The fastest way to get to Sardinia is by air; fortunately, the island has a sufficient number of airports. In the northeast, where the remains of Roman baths rest, there is an airport Olbia "Costa Smeralda".

Location of Olbia airport on the city map


Olbia terminal plan

Distance to the city center is 3.7 km. North-West will meet tourists at the airport "Fertillo" 8 km away from Alghero.
Fertillo airport plan

The most popular southern resort of Sardinia, Cagliari, has an airport at its disposal. "Elmas", where charters from Russia often land.

Location of "Elmas" on the city map

It is located 4 km northwest of the city itself.
Map of Cagliari airport




The best resorts are concentrated in the south of Sardinia: from a bird's eye view, the emerald sea surface is simply stunning. The most fashionable beach in Sardinia is an 11 km beach Poetto in Cagliari.

Beaches of Sardinia is a territory with a total length of 1850 km. The island is famous for its clean beach areas and is one of the record holders for the number of beaches with blue flags.

Sardinia is diverse in the quality and color of its beaches; there are beaches for every taste: rocky, pebble, sandy, grassy. The colors of the beaches shimmer like in a kaleidoscope: white, pink, gold, brown, black, multi-colored.

Sardinia with resorts on the map in Russian

Sardinia This is a large Italian island where the Sardu language is preserved and spoken by the locals. Since 1962, the government has been implementing a development program for Sardinia aimed at developing the tourism business.

Since the mid-twentieth century, resorts, civilized and exotic places for beach holidays, have appeared in Sardinia.

But the beach worth it— sand surrounded by rocks and cliffs, virgin nature, a fresh lake almost on the beach. There are excellent opportunities for diving and fishing. For tired holidaymakers there is a bar on the beach.

  • La Cinta in the village of San Teodoro there is a beach that provides the opportunity for comfortable relaxation on equipped areas, as well as conditions for those who like to relax in tents. White sand and emerald sea make this beach attractive. This beach is a favorite place for surfing.
  • Spiaggia Rose(Rosa) is a beach whose beauty was almost lost, so in the 90s access to the beach was closed until 2006. Now those who want to admire this beach are brought by sea; you can only view it from a boat.

    Unique pink sand- the result of the crushing of corals by the sea, giving a romantic and fantastic look to this coast, they are cherished.

    Sandy territories

    1. Capriccioli in the town of Arzachena there is fine light gray sand, a gentle slope into the sea.
    2. Spiaggia del Principe, one of the Costa Smeralda's white sand beaches. Crescent-shaped beach, scarlet poppies, azure water, secluded coves.
    3. Beach Sarkittu in the city of the same name, it is famous for its sandy coast with sand of an unusual color, it is dark yellow and shimmers gold in the sun.
    4. cat beach is located in the fishing village of Su Pallosu in the province of Oristano, where Andrea Azori opened a shelter for cats in 2011. They are the main attraction of the beach and attract animal lovers from all over the world.

      Beach entrance free, donations are accepted for the shelter and treats for the cats, but you must register on the website in advance to access the beach.

    Pebble and rocky recreation areas


    1. Tourists should note that the summer months in Sardinia very hot, the maximum heat occurs in August. If you are planning an excursion holiday, it is better to choose May, September or.
    2. For comfortable sightseeing it is better to rent a car.
    3. Worth taking care of Italian phrasebook, since many local residents do not speak foreign languages.
    4. Cheaper holidays will cost south side islands.
    5. The best from the island is local wine.
    6. From the island cannot be exported stones, sand and shells.

    The same one pink beach, to which there is no passage, you can see in this video:

    Here is a detailed map of Sardinia with the names of cities and towns in Russian. Move the map while holding it with the left mouse button. You can move around the map by clicking on one of the four arrows in the upper left corner. You can change the scale using the scale on the right side of the map or turning the mouse wheel.

    What country is Sardinia in?

    Sardinia is located in Italy. This is a wonderful, beautiful place, with its own history and traditions. Coordinates of Sardinia: north latitude and east longitude (show on large map).

    Virtual walk

    The “man” figurine above the scale will help you take a virtual walk through the cities of Sardinia. By clicking and holding the left mouse button, drag it to any place on the map and you will go for a walk, while inscriptions with the approximate address of the area will appear in the upper left corner. Select the direction of movement by clicking on the arrows in the center of the screen. The “Satellite” option at the top left allows you to see a relief image of the surface. In the "Map" mode you will have the opportunity to get acquainted in detail with the roads of Sardinia and the main attractions.

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