The Sinis from Mandriola: beaches and sights

Putzu Idu and Mandriola

Our home beach: light sand and shallow water, ideal for families with children. The small harbour and the seafront bars liven up summer evenings; offshore you can see Mal di Ventre island. When the mistral blows, it's the local reference for kitesurfing.

Sa Mesa Longa

A long rock shelf parallel to the shore creates a natural pool of calm, clear water: perfect for snorkelling and for a quiet swim even on windy days.

Capo Mannu

The headland with its coastal tower and cliffs over the open sea. With mistral swells it becomes one of the most famous wave-surfing spots in the Mediterranean; at sunset it's a sight to behold.

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Su Pallosu and the Sale Porcus lagoon

Su Pallosu is a small, quiet fishing cove. Just inland, the Sale Porcus lagoon is home to pink flamingos for much of the year: bring binoculars.

Is Arutas and Mari Ermi

The famous beaches made of quartz grains – white, pink and green – with Caribbean-coloured water. Please note: taking sand or grains away is forbidden and heavily fined.

Tharros and San Giovanni di Sinis

At the tip of Capo San Marco lie the ruins of the Phoenician-Punic and Roman city of Tharros, overlooking the sea. Nearby are the early Christian church of San Giovanni di Sinis and the Spanish tower. In Cabras, the civic museum houses the Giants of Mont'e Prama.

S'Archittu

Further north, towards Cuglieri, the great limestone arch over the sea – one of the most photographed views of the coast. In summer, the brave dive from the arch.