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Cagliari is the capital of Sardinia and is located on the south coast of the island. A holiday to Cagliari is ideal for lazing on a long sandy beach, participating in any of a huge array of water sport activities, exploring ancient sites and trekking, or exploring the island of Sardinia using the city’s excellent transport links.
Steeped in history, visitors will discover many historical sites throughout Cagliari. Overlooking the city on a hill, the oldest part of Cagliari is the castle or Castello with spectacular views of the Angels Gulf (Gulf of Cagliari); the medieval cathedral and the Archaeological Museum are located here.
The Roman Amphitheatre was built into the limestone rock and during the summer months is the location of many open air operas and concerts.
There are good bus and tram routes throughout Cagliari as well as coach links from the city to travel around Sardinia and a number of scenic train routes.
Cagliari boasts a magnificent beach (Poetto) eight kilometres in length ideal for a huge selection of water sports and activities. Head to the Poetto day or night during the summer months for live music, discos, to relax on the beach or explore the coast. Other superb areas of Cagliari to visit for nightlife include the Corso Vittoio Emanuel II in the Stampace district near the port, and the city’s outskirts where the famous “Tsunami” club is located.
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The beach in Cagliari is Poetto and stretches for some eight kilometres from Sella del Diavolo to Quartu Sant’Elena. This long beach is numbered so each section is easily recognisable if travelling by bus. Next to the Marina Piccola is stop 1, with stop 2 being D’Aquila, 3 the Lido and 6 where beach volleyball, soccer, football and concerts are held. Surfing, windsurfing, sailing ad kitesurfing are all popular from Cagliari Beach.