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Oristano & the West

Includes  Why Go? ...... 91 This part of central boasts much of what makes the ...... 95 island such a beautiful and intriguing place: sublime beach- Sinis Peninsula...... 96 es, vast tracts of verdant hills, ancient ruins and mysterious Cabras...... 96. nuraghic temples. In the heart of it all is Oristano, one of Sardinia’s great San Salvatore. . . . . 98. medieval cities. It’s a lively place with a gracious historic ...... 99. centre and laid-back atmosphere. A short hop away, the Sin- Monti Ferru...... 10. 0 is Peninsula harbours gorgeous beaches and ancient Roman ...... 103 ruins, while, to the north, Bosa charms with its riverside Lago Omodeo...... 106 centro storico (historic centre). For an altogether different experience, venture inland for Santa Cristina & a taste of rural Sardinia. The villages and soaring slopes of ...... 106 Monti Ferru are ripe for foodie touring with their prized lo- cal specialities, most notably bue rosso beef and extra virgin olive oil. Festival-goers will also enjoy the area. Oristano hosts col- Best Places to Eat ourful carnival celebrations and the small village of stages one of Sardinia’s most exhilarating events, the ex- ¨¨Trattoria Biancospino traordinary S’Ardia horse race. (p105) ¨¨Desogos (p102) ¨¨Trattoria Gino (p93) Road Distance (km) ¨¨Agriturismo Sinis (p98) Cabras 55 ¨¨Sa Peschiera ‘e Mar ‘e Pontis (p97) Oristano 59 10

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