Discovering Sedini, Ittiri and Bono: authentic villages in Northern Sardinia
The Northern Sardinia is dotted with authentic villages
, some of which lie off the beaten track.
But perhaps precisely for this reason, for the lucky visitors who decide to get to know our amazing island
better, these villages offer unique views, age-old traditions
, fascinating stories and, above all, a warm welcome
that will leave them with unforgettable memories. Today, our favourite villages are Sedini, Ittiri and Bono.
If you’re tired of the usual destinations, we suggest this alternative itinerary
, which will allow you to visit three authentic villages in Northern Sardinia.
Sedini: the enchanted village of the fairies
Sedini is a fascinating place steeped in history
.
The village is famous for its abundance of beautiful ‘Domus de Janas’ –
known as ‘fairy tombs’
– prehistoric tombs carved into the rock
, typical of the pre-Nuragic Sardegna period.
Surrounding the village, situated in an area once inhabited by the Romans, are breathtaking views, with numerous springs, sheer cliffs, watermills
and medieval churches. Why visit? Sedini’s oldest dwellings
are incredibly evocative, carved out of the limestone
of a plateau overlooking the Gulf of Asinara.
Ittiri: where nature meets antiquity
Ittiri is an ancient village in the Coros region
.
The village is characterised by a historic centre embellished with red trachyte
, a natural feature very common in the area. In Ittiri, visitors will enjoy a wonderful experience amongst churches, necropolises, ancient buildings
and tastings of exceptional food and wine.
The municipality boasts a fairly lucrative textile industry
, which also extends into crafts and the arts in general. Why visit? Every year, during the Ittiri Folk Fest
, hundreds of international folk groups create a unique atmosphere: dancing, music, costumes and colours from every continent, in a captivating cultural and human exchange.
Bono: a village at the heart of Goceano’s history
Bono is an ancient village situated in the heart of the Goceano region
.
The landscape of this village in the Northern Sardinia is characterised by a great variety of scenery, with a succession of plains, hills and mountains
.
The village is rich in history
and traditions: we recommend organising short excursions to explore its churches, castles and monasteries. Why visit? Its points of interest bear witness to the significant events that took place around them, such as Piazza Bialada, with its mural dedicated to Giovanni Maria Angioy
, a leading figure of 19th-century Sardinia.
