Santa Margherita di Pula, what to see and what to do?
Santa Margherita di Pula is a charming town, very close from Cagliari, one of the southern coastlines of Sardinia that will leave you speechless.
A paradise seaside resort, perhaps little known and not very mentioned compared to other tourist destinations, but which deserves just as much to spend a holiday there. Santa Margherita di Pula is indeed far from the Costa Smeralda jet set and is an ideal destination for families and couples looking for peace and relaxation.
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It is one of the most beautiful coasts of southern Sardinia, not far from Cagliari, an oasis of peace and relaxation, away from the crowded beaches, perfect to revitalise from tensions and daily stress.
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What to visit in Santa Margherita di Pula?
We cannot miss to mention the natural wonders of this area, starting with the white sandy beaches of Cistos, Stella Marina, Perla Marina or Riva dei Pini. The seaside area is separated from the town by a pine forest where to rest and to stay in the shade of the dense vegetation. The more athletics cannot miss a day surfing on the beach of Su Guventeddu, located in a bay which offers a favourable wind.
Near Santa Margherita di Pula, there is the archaeological site of Nora, dating from the VIII century BC. The old Roman theatre is still in use and there are still nuragic remains like the traditional funerary buildings called tophet.
Still in the historical theme, also in Nora, do not miss the magical panorama offered from the Torre del Coltellazzo, also called Sant’Efisio; located on a promontory, from The Tower, you overlook the archaeological site and with a gaze towards the horizon, you can see the Torre di Cala Ostia, del Diavolo and San Macario.
Wine and gastronomy
Obviously, the privileged location of Santa Margherita di Pula means that the local specialties are mostly based on fish and shellfish: from the spaghettis with sea urchins to the fregola with clams and also the cassola (a fish and shellfish soup).
The dishes with ingredients coming from the land are many and varied, as the malloreddus alla Campidanese, typical pasta from Sardinia prepared with a tomato sauce with pork.
Do not forget to enhance all these delicious flavours with a glass of Girò or Monica di Cagliari!
Events
In Santa Margherita di Pula, the summer is punctuated by many events part of the Pula Dimensione Estate initiative. Music plays the leading role, with programs like La Strada della Musica, Canti e Balli di Sardegna, l’Isola della Musica and the wonderful International Nora Jazz Festival.
Initiatives dedicated to literature are not lacking, with for example the Notte dei Poeti, as well as opportunities to get immersed in the local folklore of which is part the Festa Della Madonna del Mare.
In all seasons, festivals (sagre) of all kinds are organised, taking tourists to the discovery of traditional flavours.
The best time to visit Santa Margherita di Pula
The geographical location and the natural wonders make Santa Margherita di Pula the perfect place for spring and summer excursions and holidays; even in high season, it is possible to enjoy the quiet of its charming corners.
The mild climate and the dynamism of the events make the place also ideal for an autumn weekend though, when it is still possible to enjoy warm and sunny days.
How to get to Santa Margherita di Pula
The closest airport is Cagliari Elmas. From there, with a shuttle, you will reach Cagliari bus station; then take the ARST bus in the direction of Sant’Anna Arresi, and in about 50 minutes you will arrive in Pula.
If you travel by car, the road is rather simple: from Cagliari, take the SS195 / Pula until the exit which will take you directly into town.
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