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Sardinia has been touched by all of the different civilisations and occupants that have made their home on this beautiful island and, as a result, it is dotted with stunning churches, incredible castles, ancient temples, pretty palaces, striking landmarks, and much more besides. However, if you have found a vacation rental in Sardinia and you are interested in her most intriguing historical gems, then you definitely need to pay a visit to the Giants of Mont'e Prama.

The Giants of Mont'e Prama are a series of massive, ancient stone sculptures that remain from the time of the Nuragic civilisation, which was a civilisation on Sardinia that lasted from the 18th century BCE (or during the Bronze Age) until the Roman colonisation of the island in 238 BCE (though some claim the civilisation actually lasted until the 2nd or, even, the 6th century AD). Named for the nuraghe, or tower-fortresses, that they built across the island, the Nuragic civilisation has left us no written records. What does remain, however, are some impressive monuments, including some 7,000 of the towers for which they were named and the fascinating Giants of Mont'e Prama, among other intriguing reminders.

We have recently been highlighting Sardinia as a holiday destination, not only because it is a stunning gem of an island with a rich and unique culture, delicious food, wonderful beaches, and more, it has also been named a White Zone in Italy for several weeks in a row . So, for those who have been missing travelling and can't wait for their next vacation in Italy, it is one of the best, safest, and hottest destinations for summer 2021. Browse our villas in Sardinia today and get planning your next trip!

It was announced last week that Sardinia was officially a, “White Zone,” for the third week in a row as we move rapidly through spring and all begin to look eagerly forward to the possibility of the precious summer holidays that we have all been dreaming of. As it is, Sardinia is already a beloved holiday destination in Italy due to its unique culture, hot summers and mild weather throughout the rest of the year, delicious food, and famously beautiful beaches. It is one of the European vacation locations par excellence for sun, fun, and relaxation. So, if you are in need of any of the above (and we know we are), then consider our wide array of wonderful villas in Sardinia for a vacation in summer 2021.

Sicily is a destination with endless appeal for vacations as it boasts amazing beaches, sizzling hot summers, a unique cultural heritage that includes a wide range of influences stemming from the island's rich history, delicious food, beautiful scenery, and plenty to see and do. With lots to appeal to foodies, sun-worshippers, history buffs, and adventurers alike, there is something for everyone in the group if you have found a villa in Sicily. So, what are you waiting for? Get planning your trip to Sicily today! If you're not yet quite convinced then here are just five excellent reasons as to why your next vacation in Italy should be in Sicily...

While a villa in Sicily ensures a holiday in Italy full of fun and sun and relaxation, there is more to the stunning island than playing on the beach, sunning oneself on the sand, tasting local delicacies, and wandering around the more typical tourist attractions. There are also some rather more unusual and, even macabre, attractions that will delight and intrigue the more curious tourists in search of fascinating and strange sights that are well off the beaten path. One such impossibly interesting and somewhat morbid gem for those who have found a villa in Palermo, in particular, is the Catacombe dei Cappuccini.