Location: Alghero
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Top 10 Sights & Landmarks 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. Escala del Cabirol
2. Torre del Lazzaretto
3. Biblioteca del Mediterraneo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
4. Torre di Porta Terra
5. Torre dell'Espero Rejal
6. Chiesa di San Francesco
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 281 reviews
Reviewed By Homfirth - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Like many old churches in ancient towns it is plain on the outside and inside the architecture is very striking and here there is an unusual ornate marble altar. The stone walls and archways have a lofty simplicity which creates a tranquil ambience that befits its history. The church complex includes a convent and cloister that was originally built in the 1300’s and was restored in the 14th century. The church unfortunately collapsed in 1593 and was rebuilt in 1598. It has a beautiful vault in the presbytery with magnificent Baroque altars which are similar to those in Saint Anthony of Padua. The two-tiered cloister is the oldest part of the complex and is located in the heart of the main shopping district on Via Carlo Alberto which makes an ideal venue for the concerts which are held here in the summer months. The cloister leads to a small chapel at the base of the tower where there are some beautiful murals inside the portico. There are many really beautiful paintings and statues, especially the wooden statue of Christ at the Column which is particularly moving. A striking stained glass window over a stone well is brightly coloured and looks to be of a modern design, also look out for the huge bell just inside the door. I think this is one of the more atmospheric churches in Sardinia.
7. Grotta delle Brocche Rotte
8. Piazza Civica
9. Santuario di Nostra Signora di Valverde
10. Affacci a mare: Bastioni e Lungomare
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By corinag939
Very well refurbished, with some well kept ancient military installations Breathtaking views od Sardenian Sea, Capo Caccia
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