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It will be probably be thanks to nature that you will fall in love with the Nuraghi island, with more than half of its territory given to green; forests, caves, canyon and mediterranean scrub, jealously tied to ancient vestiges of the past. Thousands of archaeological monuments will show you the greatness of the Nuraghi civilization and of its Shardana people. You will discover the famous Nuraghi: mysterious constructions, with almost 10000 towers that make Sardinia even more unique. You will also get to know other megalithic monuments such as Menhir, Dolmen, Domus de Janas, Tombs of Giants, Sacred Fountains and Nuragic Wells. You will admire all the surprises offered by these mysterious places: small ships and Bronzetti (bronze statuettes), kept in the many Museums in Sardinia.

So, are you ready to be surprised?

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Find you bed and breakfast in Sardinia. There are many special offers for you. An example:

The Sandalia Bed and Breakfast is located closed to Badesi, a marvellous tourist site of the reknown sub-region called Gallura, and more exactly in the fraction of Muntiggioni. The town, which is 2 chilometers far from the seaside, was built at 102 meters of altitude, at the very bottom of a hill, from where you could admire the overwhelming panorama of the Asinara gulf, along with views of the medieval village of Castelsardo and the Coghinas river.

The beaches closed to the urban center, with their wonderful brighting white sand, run along the coast for a distance of around 8 km (one of the most extended of the island), and are, for sure, the most reknown and appreciated for their ambiental caracteristic.

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Find the best beaches in Sardinia. An example:

La Cinta beach is located in San Teodoro.

It is certainly the largest and most frequented beach on the whole coast, one of the most favourite spot for surfer and kitesurfer. The beach is a very long sandy cordon of about 4 km which reaches with sandy dunes the nighbouring centre of an important ovifauna where you can often find also flamingos. The beauty and whiteness of this solar and panoramic shore, the transparence of the very green water are qualities to be added to what, nowadays, may be considered one of the most prized prerogatives for a seaside resort: the remarkable extension of La Cinta allows space and peacefulness, even in the high season.

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Municipality of Petaloudes (Butterflies)

Kremasli. Paradisi. Theologos. Pelaloudes. Kalopelra. Maritsa. Pastida. Damalria

Municipality of Petaloudes tel. +30 22413 61600 www.dimospetaloudon.gr

The municipality of Petaloudes comprises the villages of Kremasti, Paradisi and Theologos. The inland communities Pastida. Maritsa and Damatria and the unique valley known as Petaloudes. In ancient times this region was the southernmost extent of the city-state of lalisos. The ancient rural towns of Istanioi (at Theologos) and Damatriis (at Damatria) have been discovered by excavations and other historical sources. During later times forts. Byzantine churches and monasteries were all constructed in the region. The area still has a traditional rural character.

Even though this is combined with a remarkable growth in the tourist sector. based on the hospitality of the inhabitants and the natural beauty of the district. The centre of the municipality is Kremasti. one of the biggest and liveliest villages on the island, famous for its major festival of the Panagia (Virgin Mary) celebrated on 15th August every year. The beach of Kremasti is perfect for kitesurfing and windsurfing Beyond Paradisi lies Theologos, a lovely village close to the international airport. This area is experiencing the most significant tourist growth in the region, with modern hotels and an organized beach with many water sports facilities, specially for windsurfing and kitesurfing In the rural communities of Pastida and Damatria, visitors can admire the small Byzantine monasteries and meet the locals, as well as in Maritsa, a traditional village with tavernas. The most fascinating and popular attraclion of the region is certainly the valley of Petaloudes, with its unique flora and fauna and the historic monastery of Kalopetra at the highest point of the valley.

The Valley of the Butterflies. A well-known habitat of rare beauty and unique value for the reproduction of the Panaxia Quadripunctaria butterfly.

An unquestionable point of attraction for thousands of tourists on the island of Rhodes, the Valley of the Butterflies features an ambience of incomparable scenic beauty, with lush vegetation and laughing streams of water accompanying the visitor while strolling through the paths artfully traced throughout the site. Also to be visited in the Valley, the Museum of Natural History of the island of Rhodes, located right at the entrance of the site, where visitors have the opportunity to delve into the secrets of this unique ecosystem.

Theologos (or Tholos). A modern seaside resort, where the village has maintained its traditional colour. The ruins of the ancient town of Istanioi are especially interesting, as well as the many churches of the region. It is also one of the best spots on the west Side of the island for windsurfing, kitesurfing and other waters ports.

The Panagia Kalopetra monastery, at the northern tip of Petaloudes Valley, with glorious sea views. It was built by Dimitrios Ypsilantis in 1782 while in exile on Rhodes. The wooden Icon screen is justly celebrated.

Paradisi, a picturesque village close to the international airport, with traditional houses and older public buildings, such as the local school. Today's village name ('paradise') underlines the beauty of the surrounding area. In medieval times it was called Villanova, after the Grand Master Villeneuve, who built a strong fortress here. The ruins still stand at the entrance to the village.

The old airport close to Maritsa is now used for car and motorcycle racing, as well as for air mo¬del displays. The airport also accommodates the offices of the Air Club of Rhodes.

Kremasti is one of the biggest and liveliest vil¬lages on the island. The inhabitants of Kremasti are hardworking, hospitable and keep their tra¬ditions. They are proud of their village and every year on 15th August they celebrate the feast of Panagia. which attracts Visitors from all the Dodecanese islands. There are many cultural events during this time as well as a handicraft exhibition.

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