Castelsardo
SARDENYA 2024
Castelsardo is a picturesque medieval village strategically perched on a rocky promontory on the northern coast of Sardinia, right in the centre of the Gulf of Asinara.
History and Names: The town was founded in the 13th century by the Genoese Doria family, originally named Castel Genovese. After falling under Catalan-Aragonese rule, it was renamed Castellaragonese until the 18th century when it adopted its current name.
Heritage: It is dominated by the Doria Castle (Castello dei Doria), an imposing fortress that crowns the hill. The castle not only offers spectacular panoramic views (allowing you to sometimes see Corsica on clear days) but also houses the Museum of Mediterranean Basketry, one of the city's oldest craft traditions.
Historic Centre: The old town is a charming labyrinth of narrow, steep streets, built into the rock, leading up to the Cathedral of Sant'Antonio Abate, with its distinctive bell tower.
Surroundings: Near the village are notable natural sites such as the curious Elephant Rock (Roccia dell'Elefante), an eroded volcanic tuff formation resembling an elephant.
Castelsardo
SARDENYA 2024
Castelsardo is a picturesque medieval village strategically perched on a rocky promontory on the northern coast of Sardinia, right in the centre of the Gulf of Asinara.
History and Names: The town was founded in the 13th century by the Genoese Doria family, originally named Castel Genovese. After falling under Catalan-Aragonese rule, it was renamed Castellaragonese until the 18th century when it adopted its current name.
Heritage: It is dominated by the Doria Castle (Castello dei Doria), an imposing fortress that crowns the hill. The castle not only offers spectacular panoramic views (allowing you to sometimes see Corsica on clear days) but also houses the Museum of Mediterranean Basketry, one of the city's oldest craft traditions.
Historic Centre: The old town is a charming labyrinth of narrow, steep streets, built into the rock, leading up to the Cathedral of Sant'Antonio Abate, with its distinctive bell tower.
Surroundings: Near the village are notable natural sites such as the curious Elephant Rock (Roccia dell'Elefante), an eroded volcanic tuff formation resembling an elephant.