Location: Alghero
Top Things to do in Alghero
The 5 Best Historic Sites in Alghero, Sardinia
A rare year-round resort on the Island of Winds, Alghero makes an atmospheric destination. Occupying armies have all left their marks on the old, walled city; Italian kingdoms, Carthaginians, Phoenicians, Byzantines, Arabs and Catalans have all come and gone. Offering an irresistible combination of history, architecture, culture, stylish shopping, fine food and wine, and water sports, Alghero's cobblestone streets can be explored on foot or by bus. Don't miss spectacular sea cave, Neptune's Grotto.
Restaurants in Alghero
1. Ponte Romano
2. Necropolis of Anghelu Ruju
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The necropolis of Anghelu Ruju is one of the most important archaeological sites of Sardinia. It consists of 38 underground chamber-tombs, dating from 4200 BC to 1800 BC. By visiting this necropolis you will be able to see some gravings, such as bull heads or false doors. It was accidentally discovered in 1903 and it is located in the nearby of the little river Rio Filibertu. The type of rock, that is a chalky sandstone, made the excavations of the tombs quite easy, through various tools made of stone.
3. Palazzo D'Albis
4. Torre e Forte della Maddalena
5. Palazzo Carcassona
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