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    The Costa Smeralda... the most beautiful coastline in Italy

    Nature and untouched beaches, relaxing silence and a crystal clear sea are just some of the elements which define a holiday at the Residence Costa Ruja, in the Costa Smeralda, a place of charm and worldliness.

    A tourist region which extends for about twenty kilometres to the north-east of Sardinia, the Costa Smeralda is characterised by the presence of numerous coves, small beaches, not far from the wonderful islands of the Madddalena archipelago, as well as the Capuccini, Bisce, Li Nibani, Mortorio, Le Camere and Soffi islands. This area is known for its night-life and clubs, like the Billionaire, and famous scenes from the movies "Vacanze sulla Costa Smeralda" and "Vita Smeralda".

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Costa Smeralda

From Porto Cervo to Porto Rotondo

The Costa Smeralda is a small heaven on earth, which extends for 50 km along the coast, from the Rena Bianca beach to Portisco and Pitrizza, in the town of Arzachena.

A jewel of Sardinia, the Costa Smeralda is considered the brightest diamond of the Gallura. A special place, born from the Mola Mountains, once an untouched land, with white beaches and turquoise waters, which have made millions of people who stay in this area since the '50s live a dream. The beauties of this place have made the Costa Smeralda one of the world's most famous tourists' destinations.

The Beaches

The evocative colours of Sardinia

The beaches of the Costa Smeralda are gems of rare beauty; one of the most beautiful beaches of the Costa Smeralda is Principe beach, because it is believed to be Aga Khan's favourite beach. It is renowned for the wonderful colours of the sea, the pink granite and the Mediterranean which fuse together in a unique and natural masterpiece.

While proceeding towards Olbia, you can find the Liscia Ruja beach, sheltered from the wind by the Romazzino peninsula and Petra Ruja, the wildest beach of the Costa Smeralda, from which you can see the islands of Mortorio, Soffi and Camere (La Maddalena archipelago).

The second most important centre is Porto Rotondo, which is closest to the white sand beach of Rena Bianca, in the southest side of the Costa Smeralda. Also the Marinella and Ira beaches are among the most beautiful of the Gallura, and are worth a visit at least once during your holiday in Sardinia.

Porto Cervo

Unmistakable style

The style of the Costa Smeralda is distinctive. Rounded shapes, natural materials and light colours, the granite and an uncontamined sea... the luxury recreates the atmosphere which inspired those who redesigned this area fifty years ago.

One of the most important architectural structures of the Costa Smeralda is the Stella Maris church in Porto Cervo, an example of modern architecture by Busiri Vici, entirely built with local materials. A wonderful greenish granite flooring and juniper wood benches.

Small towns by the sea, exclusive market places and small alleys are still marked by the passage of international jet sets and VIPs, who frequently visit these unique places of the Costa Smeralda and the boutiques of Porto Cervo.

The regatta

Porto Cervo and its regattas

Porto Cervo and its regattas - Already back in 1975, the Daily Telegraph in Sidney described the regatta area of Porto Cervo a "Sailing paradise". From that moment of, many boats have raced in the splendid and clean waters of the Costa Smeralda and the La Maddalena archipelago. Each year from May to September, the best teams in the world challenge each other here. The Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta and the Audi Settimana delle Bocche, are just some of the races which take place here during the summer in northern Sardinia.

Excursions

Start from the residence and discover Sardinia

The Costa Ruja is an excellent starting point for naturalistic or cultural excursions, suitable to meet the desires of the most demanding tourists.

Le Tombe dei Giganti
Giant's Graves
Giant's Graves

The Giant's Graves in Sardinia are one of the most fascinating attractions to visit. Their origin is still a mistery, and many believe these are the tombs of the giants who once inhabited the island, while others think these gravestones belonged to the mythical city of Atlantis.

But what are the Giant's Graves exactly? Why are they called like this? Discover these and many more fascinating places in Sardinia.

The Giant's Graves in Arzachena date back to the Bronze Age, which is synonym to Nuragic Civilisation in Sardinia. It seems in fact, that the Nuragic population has built these megalithic structures to use them as public tombs, to bury the members of the village.

The structure was originally covered by a mound of earth which resembled an upturned boat. Along the front side, bordered by a semicircle, there were tall and solid stone slabs.

Olbia, Golfo Aranci e Spiaggia di Marinella
Olbia, Aranci Gulf and Marinella beach
Olbia, Aranci Gulf and Marinella beach

If you want to visit the small town of Olbia, the Aranci Gulf or Marinella beach you can use the railway line which stops in Cala Sabina. Near the Aranci Gulf you can visit the sacred well of Milis, from the Nuragic age, of which the steps remain intact (about 40) and the well chamber, of enormous proportions.

Porto Rotondo
Porto Rotondo
Porto Rotondo

The town of Porto Rotondo offers the possibility to stop at the tourist port and is also a centre of social life.

In summer the sea in front of the town is filled with yachts and famous people: in the central square it is easy to spot film, music and TV stars.

From Porto Rotondo, after visiting its most famous beach, Ira, a nice destination are the Le Camere islands, which belong to the La Maddalena archipelago together with Soffi and Mortorio, near the area of Arzachena.

From Porto Rotondo, after visiting its most famous beach, Ira, a nice destination are the Le Camere islands, which belong to the La Maddalena archipelago together with Soffi and Mortorio, near the area of Arzachena.

Cale e promontori
Bays and ridges
Bays and ridges

The coasts of the Le Camere islands create nice bays, surrounded by rosy rocks caressed by crystalline waters, a calming and beautiful scenario to best enjoy from June to September. Navigating from Porto Rotondo to Cannigione, you can stop in Portisco or in La Celia, the Capriccioli or Cala di Volpe beaches and of course visit the city centre of Porto Cervo and its exclusive shops and houses, to then proceed to the Liscia di Vacca and Baia Sardinia beaches.

The area of Palau is characterised by very articulate coastal structures, including bays and ridges which give origin to interesting rocky shapes, like the Orso del Promontorio di Capo d'Orso. It is a famous place where the rocks resemble a bear, carved into the stone by atmospheric conditions over thousands of years, giving it the now well known shape. The hinterland is covered by vast stretches of juniper and lentisco, typical of this Mediterranea area.

Arcipelago della Maddalena
Maddalena Archipelago
Maddalena Archipelago

The National Park of the "La Maddalena" Archipelago is a protected area, which includes many islands of the north-eastern part of the gallurese coast, in the sea area between Sardinia and Corsica, known as the Strait of Bonifacio.

The archipelago is part of the european natural areas marked by environmental excellence (Site of Community interest and Special Protection Area) because of the presence of habitats and life-forms which constitute a unique spectacle.

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