Olbia is a fantastic city located on the north-east of Sardinia. It experiences a hot sunny climate that helps make it one of Italy’s most popular holiday destinations.
Stay at one of several beautiful vacation villa rentals in Olbia which offer breath taking views of the sea. These villas are the perfect spot to relax in after a long day of exciting explorations!
Begin your day of touring with a visit to the the 11th century Romanesque cathedral of San Simplicio and go on a tour of the interesting National Archaeology museum.
Other fascinating sites of interest beside the city of Olbia are the tomb of the Giants of Su Monte de S’Abe, the sacred well of San Testa and Castello di Pedres. Take some incredible photographs of the remains of what was once a massive Roman Aqueduct near Olbia. This is a perfect example of the genius of the ancient Roman people who were the forefathers of modern plumbing!
Stay at one of several beautiful vacation villa rentals in Olbia which offer breath taking views of the sea. These villas are the perfect spot to relax in after a long day of exciting explorations!
Begin your day of touring with a visit to the the 11th century Romanesque cathedral of San Simplicio and go on a tour of the interesting National Archaeology museum.
Other fascinating sites of interest beside the city of Olbia are the tomb of the Giants of Su Monte de S’Abe, the sacred well of San Testa and Castello di Pedres. Take some incredible photographs of the remains of what was once a massive Roman Aqueduct near Olbia. This is a perfect example of the genius of the ancient Roman people who were the forefathers of modern plumbing!
There are lots of lovely old buildings to look at in the historic quarter of the city. Visit the many old churches, palaces and ancient monuments here, many of which are beautifully designed and house many works of art and intricately designed statues.
There are several lovely beaches to sunbathe on beside the city of Olbia. Soak in the deliciously warm sun rays for a few hours and then why not rent some equipment and go snorkelling, sailing or even rent a sea kayak for a few hours and explore the rugged coastline around this beautiful north-eastern part of Sardinia!
Olbia city is a perfect day trip for those who can’t get enough of retail therapy! It’s a great shopping district with lots of pretty little craft shops and boutiques dotted all over the city to walk around.
There are several lovely beaches to sunbathe on beside the city of Olbia. Soak in the deliciously warm sun rays for a few hours and then why not rent some equipment and go snorkelling, sailing or even rent a sea kayak for a few hours and explore the rugged coastline around this beautiful north-eastern part of Sardinia!
Olbia city is a perfect day trip for those who can’t get enough of retail therapy! It’s a great shopping district with lots of pretty little craft shops and boutiques dotted all over the city to walk around.
The cuisine of Olbia is mostly based around seafood. Try a steaming bowl of freshly picked mussels that have been cooked and tossed in a rich stock of garlic and herbs and served along with some fresh crusty bread to dip into!
This delicious meal goes perfectly with a cold glass of sparkling Prosecco! Try the sweet eggs of sea urchins cooked and tossed through a simple pasta dish. Later in the evening, savour a succulent meat and cheese platter along with a delicious glass of red wine at night!
Olbia is a wonderful city to visit during your travels of Sardinia in Italy so be sure to include it in your upcoming Italian holiday plans!
This delicious meal goes perfectly with a cold glass of sparkling Prosecco! Try the sweet eggs of sea urchins cooked and tossed through a simple pasta dish. Later in the evening, savour a succulent meat and cheese platter along with a delicious glass of red wine at night!
Olbia is a wonderful city to visit during your travels of Sardinia in Italy so be sure to include it in your upcoming Italian holiday plans!
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picture 1: Kin4 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Majestic / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 1: Kin4 / CC BY-SA 3.0;
picture 2: Majestic / CC BY-SA 3.0;
