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More and more tourists are looking for
holidays which mix beautiful locations and cultural attractions. More and more people are taking
holidays at times of the year apart from the traditional "summer holiday season".
A weekend or maybe a week in a place where the atmosphere and the beauty of the
local surroundings combine with important events and shows is what they are looking for.
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For these tourists, the historical centers of the royal cities of Sardinia can offer
architecture, culture, cuisine and atmosphere. There are tourist and cultural programs
sponsored by Assessorato del Turismo della Regione Sardegna (Sardinian Tourist Ministry).
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Alghero,
Bosa,
Cagliari,
Castelsardo,
Iglesias, Oristano, Sassari: the royal cities.
The term royal city was coined at the beginning of 1300s when the Catalano-Aragonesi
conquered Sardinia and made it a feudal colony. Only 7 cities remained autonomous
municipalities under the control of the Royal Government. Over time the king allowed
the development of these cities. The cities developed with many characteristics in common.
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Bosa - castle walles |
Today these cities form an essential part of the architectural, archaeological and cultural
patrimony of Sardinia. The urban and architectural features of these cities have been used
to revitalize the historic centers, as they were originally used, by the reopening of craft
shops, art work shops and galleries. Various events have been organized to attract tourists.
Cultural events like concerts, exhibitions and conventions have allowed Sardinia to offer
tourists a holiday experience that can compete on the International market.
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