Cagliari

The Bastion of Saint Remy was built in classical style, linking the three southern embankments of Santa Caterina, Zecca, and Sperone, to join the Castle district with the lower districts of Villanova and Marina. The terrace at the southern end of the Castello offers a magnificent view over the sea and marshes to the west.

Catello District is the most ancient part of the city. Perched on a hill at almost 100 metres above sea level, the Pisans built it in the XIII century, fortified it and made it their centre of power. Since then and until the end of the Second World War, Castello has been the heart of the administration and the house of the Sardinian aristocracy. Its ramparts enclose the best-known attractions of Cagliari, but even a simple walk in this area will transport you to its fascinating past.

If you are a morning person, take the chance to walk in the fresh air of the early day among the stalls of the San Benedetto Market to discover all the raw gems of Sardinian gastronomy, from both land and sea, with an entire floor dedicated solely to the catch of the day. This market, surrounded by shops and cafés, is also a good place to have breakfast or a short break while immersing yourself in the everyday life of the city.

Torre dell'Elefante (the Elephant Tower) and Torre di San Pancrazio (St Pancras Tower) date back to the early 1300. They are unique stone constructions, with their internal side completely open toward the courtyard enclosed in the ramparts. The view from the top of these towers is a sight to behold.

Tuvixeddu is a punic necropolis occupying an entire hill. Inside, it houses hundreds of graves carved into the rock over many centuries. There is no other place like this in the world, and not even Carthage can boast a similar treasure. Nowadays it is possible to visit the sight only during particular occasions, such as Monumenti Aperty day (the "open monuments" day).