Tourism in the Italian island of Sardinia

Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean (after Sicily and before Cyprus) and the Autonomous Region in Italy, (self-rule in the Sardinia region). The nearest land masses are (clockwise from the North) in the island of Corsica, the Italian peninsula, Sicily and Tunisia, the Balearic Islands, and Provence. Tyrrhenian Sea is part of the Mediterranean Sea directly to the east of the island of Sardinia between Sardinia's east coast and the west coast of the peninsula Italian mainland. Strait of Bonifacio indirectly to the north of Sardinia and separating Sardinia from the French island of Corsica.

The capital and largest city is Cagliari, which is divided into eight provinces. Native and other minority languages ​​are the language (Alsasara, Irish, Catalan Alghero and Uzbek)

Geographically

Sardinia is the second largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, which has an area of ​​about 23,821 square kilometers (9197 square miles). It is located between 38 ° 51 'and 41 ° 15' north latitude and 8 ° 8 'and 9 ° 50' east longitude. To the west of the island of Sardinia Sea of ​​Sardinia, and as one of the Mediterranean islands. To the east of Sardinia in the Tyrrhenian Sea, which are an element of the Mediterranean elements.

The coast of Sardinia extends towards (km 1849 (1149 miles), and are usually high and rocky, with long and straight is relatively tracts of coastline, there are many outstanding heads, and a few large, with deep bays, to Reyes, and many of the doorways with various small islands off the coast .

Sardinia has a few of the major rivers, the largest of Tirso which runs about 151 kilometers (94 miles) in length, which flows into the sea of ​​Sardinia. There are 54 Lake of the artificial lakes, as well as dams that feed water and electricity. The most important lakes are Omodeo Lake and Lake Coghinas.

About Sardinia

Sardinia is the second largest island in Italy, the second largest island in the Mediterranean. It's also a geographical and political region of Italy, the island is famous for its beautiful beaches and wonderful history.

Sardinia history can be traced back about 8.5 million years ago. During what is known as the era of Nuragic (lasting from the 18th century BC to the 2nd century) was built nearly 8000 the structure of the stone structures, which still exists to this day, and has since become well-known on the island icons.

Over many centuries, Sardinia has survived the invasions and countless by the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs, Byzantines. During World War II was the fascist repression within the region, Sardinia and became the target of several bombings, which destroyed nearly the city of Cagliari. After the war, Sardinia received autonomy and conducting the first regional elections on May 8, 1949. During the 1960 economic crisis it emerged, with the spread of unemployment and the increase in the crime rate.

Today, the main focus in Sardinia on tourism by helping its economy has become. Beginning in 1951 and has seen a tourism boom Sardinia with foreigners who flock to enjoy the beautiful islands and beaches. There are many prehistoric times in castles, villages, temples and tombs scattered in the countryside, and with perfect weather, tourists arrive in large numbers, most use phrases that can be relied upon by the Italian territory service.

the climate

The island enjoys a Mediterranean climate (Koppen: CSA) along the coasts and plains and low hills, in addition to the continental climate on the interior plateaus and valleys and mountainous areas. During the year, there are approximately 135 days of sunshine, with a major focus on rainwater in winter and autumn, and some heavy rain in spring and snow in the highlands. The average temperature between 11-17 degrees Celsius (52-63 degrees Fahrenheit), with mild winters and hot summers on the coasts (9-11 degrees Celsius (48-52 degrees Fahrenheit) in January, 23-26 ° C ( 73 to 79 degrees Fahrenheit) in July), and the cold winters and cool summer in the mountains (-2 to 4 degrees Celsius (28-39 degrees Fahrenheit) in January, and 16 to 20 degrees Celsius (61-68 degrees Fahrenheit) in July).

economically

Economic conditions in Sardinia is the best position among the Italian regions which are located in the south of Rome. One of the greatest places in the economic development of the provinces of Cagliari and Sassari, is characterized by a good amount of projects. According to Eurostat, GDP was about € 33 075 million in 2011, and amounted to about 32,377 in purchasing power parity, resulting in the arrival of GDP per capita around € 19.3 thousand by 77% of the EU one. Per capita income in Sardinia is higher than the southern half of Italy and major cities with the most densely populated provinces: Cagliari in the per capita income is 27,545 €, Sassari 24006 €, Oristano 23,887 €, in the Nauru is 23316 € In Olbia is 20 , 827 €.

demographics

Population density spread over 69 / km2, which is slightly more than a third of the national average. In the recent past, the distribution of the population was abnormal compared to what it was in other Italian regions overlooking the sea. The island is the Italian region that get the lowest rate of total fertility (births per 1,087 women). Average life expectancy is 81 years (85 for women and 78 for men). Sardinia was included with the Japanese island of Okinawa its proximity to the highest rate of centenarians in the world (22 centenarians / 100,000). Sardinia is the first blue zone discovered, a demographic or geographic region in the world with the usual concentration of centenarians, which up to a hundred years.

Languages

The official language in all parts of Italy, Sardinia is Italian as the most common language on the island. Sardinia is a distinct branch of the almost incomprehensible languages ​​romantic family to speakers Italians: as the large number of people speaking different dialects of Italian, which has been officially recognized as a minority in Italy since 1997, through regional and Italian law. Sardinia has been affected by the Catalan language, Spanish and Italian.

Tourism in Sardinia

Sardinia has a charming sites that are worth a visit. Visitors accept a visit Maddalena Archipelago and the "seven sisters", the main islands in the archipelago, with sailing along the coast of the Maddalena National Park and seabeds lively, and ideal for lovers of diving, as an incredible experience. Cabrera, is the second largest island after Maddalena, an island-filled pastures and pine forests, which appear to visitors living places Garibaldi, with the home museum.

In the north-west coast of the island of Sardinia, there is the natural park of Asinara Island, which enables us to find one of the most famous tourist resorts, Stintino, which combines the charm of live fishing village with accommodation and facilities of high quality. Sardinia combines sea and nature and folk traditions, mysticism, such as the mysterious giant cemeteries, and areas of ancient cave dug from the ground and places scattered throughout the region. These stone towers are the biggest and the best places to preserve the rocky effects in Europe and listed on UNESCO's World Heritage List.

In Cagliari, there is a wonderful colonies of flamingos from the lake, which is witnessing a small number of traditional festivals and exhibitions held throughout the year, such as the beautiful festival of Sant'Efisio, which is one of the most important religious places of events Folk Art in Sardinia.

Visitors can enjoy in Sardinia with golf, boat trips and diving, places attractive to relax, places Alaltenze, biking and horseback riding, as well as explore the hinterland to admire the typical Mediterranean vegetation or ancient archaeological finds, such as construction Nuragic near Porto Torres.