Eastern Sardinia

The territories in eastern Sardinia are inseparably linked to the name Ogliastra, which simultaneously describes a province, a landscape, and an offshore group of islands. The Province of Ogliastra forms the administrative basis of this region, while the Ogliastra landscape defines the geographical framework in the central-east of the island. The topography is characterized by an interplay of rugged mountain formations and direct proximity to the Tyrrhean Sea. A special geographical feature is the island of Ogliastra, which serves as the namesake for the entire coastal region and is located just offshore. This trinity of political entity, natural habitat, and maritime annex makes eastern Sardinia one of the most versatile parts of the island. Historically, the region has preserved its independence, which is reflected today in the preservation of original landscapes. Ogliastra is not just an administrative district but a synonym for the wild, untamed side of Sardinia, which remained protected for a long time due to its geographical isolation. Visitors find an environment here that is structured by provincial administration and shaped by the natural features of the Ogliastra landscape and the striking rock formations of the island of the same name. The region thus represents the core of the Sardinian east in all its facets.