Typical of the area:
Scattered Art Nouveau villas and picturesque narrow streets.

The mountain region of the Monte Minniminni lies close to Castiadas and invites to beautiful walks.

A grave from the Nuraghi Ages and still in good condition. It's in the middle of unspoilt nature, along the highway SS125.

Along the impressive ravine of "Gola Rio Cannas" you get directly in the mountain region of "Sette Fratelli" (a natural protected area). Where above the oak forests, blackberries and mastic trees rise 7 mountain peeks, hence the name "Sette Fratelli" (seven brothers). There are numerous, well posted forest paths to wander around and explore.

Approx. 37 kms away, it's a town inhabited all year round. Known for its production of citrus fruits and where you can buy Sardinian artcraft items.

Real beautiful beach region (a 8 km long sandy beach) with tourist town.

This coast section stands since the year 2000 under natural protection and today represents a beautiful snorkelling paradise. Also it offers safety to the monk's seal, a species threatened for extintion.

Long sandy beaches and numerous restaurants, Pizzerias, beautiful pavement with cafés and a tourist yacht harbour.

About 36 kms away is the island capital. With interesting museums, a historic castle quarter, beautiful panoramic terraces, a botanic garden, animated shopping streets, trattorias, restaurants, as well as a salty lake where pink flamingos live all year round .

Activities in the Area: Walking/ Canoeing/ Diving/ Horse Riding/ Boat Trips/ Jeep Tours

On the 1st May takes place a very suggestive procession to honour the city patron Sant'Efisio. . It's one of the most famous festivity on the island, especially in Cagliari. Where numerous regional costume groups from all over Sardinia participate.
The event starts on the 1st of May, when the procession take the statue of the saint to Nora and Pula in the south coast, and then returns on the 4th May in Cagliari.

Nightlife: Villasimius/ Cagliari