Alghero
A
true paradise for those who like sport, Alghero offers everything
from excellent fishing, swimming and diving to world-class
windsurfing, sailing, trekking, horse-riding and many other outdoor
activities. It is also an untainted oasis for underwater photography
and archaeology. Moreover, the surrounding area plays host to a
plethora of pre-historic sites, nuraghi (ancient conical-shaped stone
towers) and domus de janas or “fairy houses” – 5,000-year-old
chamber tombs.
Alghero
also has plenty for culture-vultures to savour, thanks to its
Catalan-Gothic churches, fortified walls, towers and Aragonese
palazzos. Tradition remains strong here, and is expressed through
sacred rituals, time-honoured customs and the working of coral and
filigree. The Catalan-influenced dialect of the welcoming, friendly
locals is fascinating.
The centre of the town provides the stage
for numerous events, shows and popular festivals, and also includes a
multitude of excellent bars and restaurants. Entertainment and fun
are to be found everywhere around these parts.
