Saint Lucifer of Cagliari: His Life and Legacy
Saint Lucifer was a bishop from Cagliari, Sardinia, who lived during the 4th century. His name sparks a lot of confusion.
Three Trees That Tell a Story of Sardinia
Olive, cork, and myrtle all play a part in the culture and history of Sardinia.
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Gabbiano Azzurro Hotel & Suites: Sardinian Style in Golfo Aranci [Review]
The sublime style of Gabbiano Azzurro Hotel & Suites melded perfectly with the surroundings of northern Sardinia. Read more of my review…
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Villa del Golfo: Feeling At Home in Sardinia [Review]
Villa del Golfo Lifestyle Resort, a 4-star hotel in northern Sardinia, made me feel at home from the moment I arrived. Read more of my review…
Sardinia‘s Su Filindeu: The Rarest Pasta in the World
Learn more about the Sardinian pasta su filindeu, the rarest pasta in the world.
Femmina Accabadora: The Legend of Sardinia’s Lady of the Good Death
Learn more about Sardinia’s Femmina Accabadora, a witch-like figure who is also known as the Lady of the Good Death.
4 Great Reasons to Go to Gallura in Northern Sardinia
The subregion of Gallura in northern Sardinia is one of the most naturally beautiful and invigorating corners in all of Italy. Here are some great reasons to visit.
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An Italian Army tale from 1960 set in a train chugging through Sardinia.
Murals of Orgosolo, Sardinia
In the heart of Sardinia lies the village of Orgosolo, a sort of Sardinian “Wild West” known for years for its bandits, who would conduct brazen kidnappings and murders. During the first half of the 20th century, Orgosolo’s notorious reputation grew to such a point that it inspired the film Bandits of Orgosolo (1961). While…
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Spain Conquers Italy
Large parts of Italy were once united under the Spanish flag, with conquests in Naples and Sicily by the houses of Aragon and Bourbon, among others. Even Milan and Parma were under Spanish rule at one point. I confess that I am not an expert on Spain’s influence on Italy, so you may want to…
