Nature and Caves of Sardinia
Sardinia’s geological diversity spans from the karst systems of the Supramonte range to the volcanic massifs of the southwest. This collection features the Grotta di Ispinigoli, home to one of Europe’s tallest stalagmites, and the sea-level Neptune’s Grotto. Coastal highlights include the dramatic cliffs of Cape Carbonara and the Grotta del Bue Marino, a former habitat for monk seals. Inland, the list covers the 785-meter volcanic peak of Mount Arcuentu and the seasonal Lequarci waterfalls in the Ogliastra region.
A Neptune's Grotto
Neptune's Grotto is a stalactite cave near the town of Alghero on the island of Sardinia, Italy.
B San Teodoro Beach
One of the favorite tourist destinations due to its beautiful turqouise water and a beautiful mountainous scenery in the background.
C Cave of Ispinigoli
The Grotta di Ispinigoli is a karst cave in the Supramonte range, near Dorgali, Sardinia, Italy.
Grotta della Dragunara
Partially submerged cave located near Cala Dragunara within the Porto Conte Gulf, featuring a freshwater lake and archaeological evidence of prehistoric human presence.
E Grotta del Bue marino
A coastal cave system in the Gulf of Orosei, historically a refuge for the Mediterranean monk seal. It contains Neolithic rock carvings and extensive galleries accessible by sea.
Caves of Is Zuddas
A complex of caverns pierced with several different paths that take you to breath-taking natural sculptures formed by the power of water.
G Cape Carbonara
Cape Carbonara is a promontory on the southeastern tip of Sardinia, Italy, which forms the eastern end of the Gulf of Cagliari.
H Grotta del Fico
Located along the Baunei coast, this cave features complex stalactite formations and served as a critical habitat for monk seals. It includes a deep siphon connecting to the Mediterranean.
I Cascate Lequarci
Situated near Ulassai, these limestone waterfalls drop nearly 100 meters. The flow is highly seasonal, typically appearing after significant rainfall in the Ogliastra mountains.
Mount Arcuentu
Mount Arcuentu, elevation 785 m, is a volcanic massif situated in southwestern Sardinia, northwest of Arbus.
K Grotta Su Marmuri
An 850-meter-long karst cave near Ulassai, notable for its exceptionally high ceilings and large stalagmites. It maintains a constant temperature of 10°C year-round.
L Su Stampu 'e su Tùrrunu K1100
A natural monument in the Barbagia region where a stream falls through a hole in a limestone ceiling into a cave and emerald pool below.
M Gennargentu
Gennargentu is a large massif in central-southern Sardinia, Italy, encompassing the provinces of Nuoro and Ogliastra.
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