Cagliari is the capital of the autonomous region of Sardinia and spreads around the hill of the historic Castello district. The city is famous for its port and the uniqueness of its beaches.

Cagliari is worth visiting not only for its splendid beaches and sea but also because it is a city rich in history and culture. The capital has an enviable geographical position and a young, dynamic spirit—you will definitely be impressed!

Cagliari is characterized by numerous remarkable religious buildings; foremost among them is the Cathedral of Santa Maria. The cathedral dates back to the 13th century, featuring a square-based bell tower, Romanesque transept arms, and a Pisan Chapel preserving elements of the original structure. It underwent many transformations and restorations, culminating in a final Pisan Romanesque style. Inside, you can admire the Triptych dedicated to Clement VII and a wooden statue of the Black Madonna.

Another place of interest is the famous port: one of the most important in the Western Mediterranean. The port serves both cargo and passenger transport, as well as oil industry and fishing activities.

Cagliari’s gastronomic tradition reflects Genoese and Catalan influences and is based on the raw materials provided by nature, mainly from the sea. Typical seafood dishes of Cagliari’s cuisine include fregula cun cocciula (Sardinian pasta with clams), cocciula ecozzas a schiscionera (clams cooked in a pan), bottarga, sa burrida (a fish stew), and su scabbecciu (marinated fish). Besides seafood, Sardinia offers many first courses such as su mazzamurru, the famous malloreddus (Sardinian gnocchi), and angiulottus (ravioli). Typical meat-based second courses include roast lamb and u purceddu (roast suckling pig).