Cagliari – Torralba

46th day

Our first contact with the island of Sardinia couldn't have been better. Last night was a bit of a scramble because we left the boat so late that we didn't want to push too far, but this morning with the sun shining brightly, we took to the roads heading towards the north/center of the island.

Sardinia feels like a world apart when it comes to Italy in general and more specifically to the other island in its territory.
With a mountainous heart, its white sandy beaches and emerald-colored sea showcase the contrasts of a magnificent land with millennia-old traditions.
It was an important port in the Mediterranean where the Nuragic civilization of warriors, sailors, and shepherds, divided into tribes, had significant trade with the peoples of the Mediterranean and left visible traces in the landscape.

I told you yesterday that we are going to sacrifice days in Sardinia to enjoy them in Corsica because we probably won't return given how difficult it is to access it. This means that the three days we will spend exploring the island need to be fully utilized.
The first chosen stop has been Torralba, mainly because it has a parking area for caravans with electricity and minimal services and is on a route that allows T and Beast to enjoy their motorcycle trails 🏔️. But it has pleasantly surprised us because in addition to having the overnight area in a super quiet spot on the outskirts of the village, they are celebrating a festival, and we have experienced today's celebration as if we were part of it. Additionally, the area is considered a Nuragic center with a dozen giant tombs, which is why it is known as the “Valley of the Nuragic Monuments.”

T arrived around two, also delighted with what he experienced on those roads, and given the hour, taking a nap was the best option before heading out for a stroll around the village 😴.
When we went down, the festival hadn't fully kicked off yet, but it promised to be lively because they were setting up a market in the center and a large stage occupied part of the main square.
We had a beer at the bar and a hamburger from one of the stalls that were set up, and not much more. It seemed like the good stuff would come later, but we weren't too keen, so we headed back home.
The noise started around ten at night, but being away from the center and feeling tired, it was barely a slight annoyance.

Good night… I’ll keep you posted 😘