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Olbia is the capital of Gallura, a region to the north-east of Sardegna. It is also the main gateway to the renowned Costa Smeralda.The name derives from the Greek ‘Olbios’, meaning ‘happy city’. Its territory is truly a ‘happy’ place, characterised by stunning natural beauty and a dynamic cultural and business scene.
It is a charming and lively city Olbia, a pleasure to visit at any time of year and one of the island’s most interesting destinations.
The spectacular island of Tavolara stands out in the gulf, serving as the town’s symbol. Tavolara is a granite mountain rising sheer from the sea.
It is characterised by Mediterranean scrub and the myriad shades of blue and emerald green of the waters surrounding it.
The Tavola and Punta Coda Cavallo Marine Protected Area forms part of the municipality of Olbia, alongside those of San Teodoro and Loiri – Porto San Paolo.
This comprises 15,000 hectares of marine area protected due to its high natural value and the conservation of Posidonia oceanica seagrass beds, polychrome sponges and fish fauna. The area is also one of the finest diving spots in Europe.
This small town in the north-east Sardegna is the perfect base from which to explore the entire wonderful surrounding area: breathtaking beaches, unspoilt nature and the protected marine park; the distinctive hamlets of San Pantaleo and Porto Rotondo; and the various archaeological sites that bear witness to the ancient history of this part of Gallura.
Olbia is also a wine-producing town, thanks to the many local grape varieties that produce Vermentino di Gallura DOCG, and a town renowned for its mussels, boasting a very important tradition in this regard. We therefore recommend that you sample the region’s finest food and wine, which form part of the Gallura culinary tradition. This will allow you to enjoy an unforgettable experience of Northern Sardinia.
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