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By sailing around the Island, the
uniqueness of Sardinia can be appreciated. From the sea one can admire not only the long
fine grained sandy beaches but also trachyte rocks, calcareous cliffs, granite rock faces and
dark masses of schists. Sailing along the coast, especially if accompanied by the silence of a
sailing boat, the unmistakable perfume of macchia Mediterranea (the Mediterranean shrub),
which characterises almost all Sardinian landscapes, is ever present. The wind carries the
aroma of myrtle, arbutus, rosemary and wild juniper and fills the cabin with sweet scented
air.
These fragrances are an inducement to stop at one of the many landing places along the coast
of the Island, not only for a stopover, but also for an excursion inland to see a Nuraghe or
simply to make friends with the local people.
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In fact the Sardinian people are
renowned for their spontaneous hospitality, and like all islanders thirst for contact with the
external world.
People who visit Sardinia discover not only one of the most beautiful and original places in the
world but also have an unforgettable holiday. Sardinia offers visitors an array of gastronomic
specialities from the ancient cooking traditions of the shepherds to the sea food specialities of
the coast. Sardinia is rich in both handicrafts and arts, its carpets, baskets, pottery and its gold
filigree jewellery are both unique and of the highest quality.
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Let's go back to the sea and the coast. Even those who can not sail along the coast, can still
enjoy the most transparent water in the Mediterranean sea. Accommodation is available in
several hotels or in camping-sites situated along the coast. The visitors can swim in this
crystal clear sea and admire the numerous fish, and diverse species of marine flora and fauna.
Almost all the places described in the following pages can be reached by land sea or air.
Let us sail now for a real or virtual trip to discover this unique Island.
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