President Sergio Mattarella is set to
spend his summer vacation at the northwestern Sardinian resort
town of Alghero for the second year running.
The 81-year-old head of State will leave for Sardinia on
Wednesday.
An Italian air force jet will take him to Alghero airport.
Mattarella is once more expected to enjoy Alghero's many tourist
attractions including the Grotte di Nettuno caves, the ancient
Nuragic settlements and the medieval Catalan buildings.
Alghero is best known for its beautiful beaches, very good food
at reasonable prices, and also for its Catalan origin; in fact,
it was known in the past as la Barceloneta sarda, little
Sardinian Barcelona. This historic town is one of the most
popular destinations for Sardinia's visitors.
At its atmospheric narrow lanes you'll find numerous bars and
cafés. Its restaurants are renowned for excellent seafood. The
surrounding area brings many delights for those who venture out
of the city. These include the famous beaches at La Pelosa -
Stintino, the eerily abandoned mining town of Argentiera and the
ancient palace complex at Nuraghe di Palmavera.
Mattarella is once more expected to meet local officials
including the mayor and other dignitaries.
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