Orosei: The Unsung Treasure of Sardinia Region
Scenically situated in the downstream of Cedrinio River in Nuoro Province of the Italian Sardinia Region, Orosei offers the most fascinating holiday destination in the east of Sardinia. Geographically located at the gulf’s northern most point framed by fruit orchards and marble quarries making Orosei an unsung jewel of the region. The sea is obviously the greatest asset of Orosei offering magnificent beaches and shores with pristine waters perfect for anyone’s dream beach holiday vacation. Coming to Orosei, travelers will arrive at Tortoli Airport then drive roughly one and half hour to reach the town center.
Best Time to Visit
Tourists who are into festive atmosphere and enjoying immersing with the local community should visit Orosei in January for the Fire of Sant’ Antonio Abate or in September to be part of the festival of the Madonna Del Rimedio. To best enjoy the town’s amazing beaches should travel to Orosei between the months of May to August.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Orosei is blessed with amazing beaches in the coast of Sardinia, among these are Cala Liberroto Beach, Su Barone Beach and Cala Luna Beach all offering crystal clear waters, long white sand shoreline and shaded with tall palm trees. From Cala Luna Beach, tourists can take a 40-minute speed boat ride to reach Grotta del Bue Marino, a captivating grotto that was once the island monk refuge with impressive water gallery and light playing Neolithic petroglyphs inside the cave. For outmost relaxation, tourists can stay either at Nicolaus Club Alba Dorata or at Club Hotel Marina Beach.