The Costa Smeralda on the northeast coast of Sardinia
Thursday, 4 April 2013 - 01:15 pm (CET/MEZ) Berlin | Author/Destination: European Union / Europäische Union General
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Costa Smeralda – Palau Panorama © Sardinianguy88
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The Costa Smeralda (English:
Emerald Coast ) is a coastal area and tourist destination in northern
Sardinia , 55 km (34 mi) long and covering more than 30 km2 (12 sq mi). With white sand beaches, a golf club, private jet and helicopter service, and hotels costing up to US$2,000-3,000 per night in the peak season, the area has drawn celebrities, business leaders and other affluent visitors.
The main towns and villages in the area, built according to a detailed urban plan, are Porto Cervo , Liscia di Vacca , Capriccioli and Romazzino. Archaeological sites include the Li Muri Tomba dei Giganti (Giants’ Grave).
Costa Smeralda - Palau Panorama © Sardinianguy88
Each September the
Sardinia Cup sailing regatta is held by the
Yacht Club Costa Smeralda off the coast. Polo matches are held between April and October at Gershan near Arzachena. Other attractions include a film festival in Tavolara and a vintage car rally. Development of the area started in 1961, and was financed by a consortium of companies led by
Prince Karim Aga Khan . Spiaggia del Principe, one of the beaches along the Costa Smeralda, was named after this Ishmaelite Prince. Architects involved in the project included Busiri Vici, Jacques Couëlle, Savin Couëlle and Vietti.
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