Eyewitness Travel Guide - Sardinia

Sardinia, one of the great prizes of the Mediterranean, was fought over by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Spanish and Austrians before ending up as part of the unified Italy. It bears traces of all these cultures plus thousands of prehistoric stone dwellings called nuraghi. These days it is popular with jet setters, rock climbers, sailors, and windsurfers. With so much going on, you need a detailed guide, and the Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sardinia provides everything you...
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Sardinia, one of the great prizes of the Mediterranean, was fought over by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Spanish and Austrians before ending up as part of the unified Italy. It bears traces of all these cultures plus thousands of prehistoric stone dwellings called nuraghi. These days it is popular with jet setters, rock climbers, sailors, and windsurfers. With so much going on, you need a detailed guide, and the Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sardinia provides everything you could wish for, from hotel and restaurant recommendations to detailed maps and even tips on where to sample the best local cheeses.

You'll find cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights, walks, scenic routes and thematic tours. Whether you wish to explore the beautiful old quarter at Alghero or soakup some sun on the fashionable beaches of Costa Smeralda, this updated and expanded edition is indispensable.

Don't miss a thing on your vacation with the DK Eyewitness Travel guidebook to Sardinia.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
Packed with photographs, illustrations, and maps
Cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights
3D aerial views of the city's most interesting districts
Huge selection of hotels, restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues