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Gallura and the Costa Smeralda
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The Gallura region is characterised by granite flatlands, cork trees and 都tazzi", typical galluresi farmyards. Distinct to this region's landscapes are the humidity and wind-blown rock formations which often take on unpredictable forms. Gallura's interior is dominated by its untamed look, various coloured Limbara granite masses and immense vineyards, also home to Vermentino; excellent white wine.
Gallura's coastline faces the Tyrrhenian sea; its Mediterranean underbrush, transparent turquoise-coloured sea and lightly tinted granite are just a few of the reasons for the settlement of some of the most internationally known tourist locations. Among them is the Costa Smeralda.
Gallurese cuisine, despite external coastal influence, has tenaciously resisted; so much so that traditional dishes such as 都uppa cuata" firmly belong to this area's international menu.
Tempio Pausania, Berchidda, Buddus, Olbia, Costa Smeralda, Arzachena, Palau, S. Teresa di Gallura.
Duration: 4-5 days
Tempio Pausania
Our journey begins at Tempio Pausania, gracious town surrounded by forests and where the Rinaggiu brook flows.
Berchidda. We continue on towards Berchidda, large town known for its Vermentino production for which, together with an important International Festival, a festival is held.
Buddus
In Buddus you can admire its dwellings and works of art both in granite; its extraction, together with sheep farming, is one of the town's main sources of revenue. Be sure to take a stroll through its surrounding areas where you will discover one of the most beautiful Sardinian cork forests. Your gastronomic break will reveal itself quite pleasant in these places. Taste the 都uppa cuata" (hidden soup), typical of the region; layers of bread alternated with fresh cheese, tomato sauce and basil soaked in hot broth and cooked in the oven. Carry on with a 菟anada", flaky pastry stuffed with lamb meat. This is all accompanied by a full-bodied, local red wine; Monica. If on the other hand, you choose to taste 杜azzafrissa", an old traditional dish made with fresh sour cream and bran, have a glass of Vermentino.
Olbia
Heading in the direction of Olbia, capital city of coastal Gallura, the cuisine definitely takes a change of pace. Although fish-based dishes have only been recently introduced, they whole-heartedly belong to the local gastronomic tradition. Aver having visited the town's historical centre and admired the Basilica of S. Simplicio, take a trip in rural Olbia and visit the nuraghic Sanctuary of Cabu Abbas or head towards the beaches of Pittulongu or Porto Rotondo; celebrated tourist destination in Olbia and bordering on the Costa Smeralda. There are restaurants in Olbia, as in the entire area, where you can taste delicacies prepared by Gallurese cooks, 斗o zimino"; aromatic fish-based soup prepared with seafood including Olbia's famous clams and sea-urchin, used to season linguine. A main course must once again is lobster, served with fresh cherry tomatoes and local olive oil harvested in the surrounding country-side. Climbing towards the Costa Smeraldo, both eyes and palate will be delighted. The turquoise-coloured sea at the beaches of Capriccioli, Portu Li Cogghi, Liscia Ruia, Romazzino and many others is absolutely unforgettableeven better if you get the chance to eat on a terrace overlooking these beautiful visions!
Arzachena
In addition to beautiful beaches and excellent cuisine, in Arzachena you will discover interesting archaeological sites like the Necropoli di Li Muri, the small nuraghic temple of Malchittu and the Albucciu nuraghe. Don't forget a visit to the village of S. Pantaleo, hidden amongst a group of granite rocks.
Palau, Santa Teresa di Gallura
Further north towards Palau, quaint town with a pretty tourist harbour, you can take a ferry boat to the islands of the La Maddalena. For passionate wind-surfers, a stop in Porto Pollo and Isola dei Gabbiani is a must. Santa Teresa di Gallura concludes our itinerary. In addition to its natural beauties, you will be able to enjoy yourself at one of its many tourist facilities. Don't miss seeing Capo Testa, La Mormorata and la Rena Bianca; charming beaches from which you can see Corsica. Specialities in S. Teresa include 斗i pulilgioni dulci", a sweet version of classical ravioli; the sauce used to season them is particularly sweet. Like in all seaside villages, here too you will find fresh fish-based dishes. And to finish off in style, 堵li acciuleddi" (sweet braided pastry dipped in honey) and 斗e tiliccas" (sweet bread and honey) accompanied by a good, fresh Vermentino.
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