- Capital: Cagliari
- Time Zone: GMT +2
- Currency: Euro(EUR)
Sardinia is the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, and one of the twenty regions of Italy. It is located west of the Italian Peninsula, north of Tunisia and immediately south of the French island of Corsica.
Cities
Cagliari
Cagliari is the sunny capital of Sardinia, nestling on the island’s southern coast. Cagliari is a fascinating city that combines millennia of history, Mediterranean charm and a vibrant atmosphere. Cagliari Cathedral is one of the city’s main attractions. The Bastion Saint-Rémy, close to the cathedral, offers a magnificent view of the marina and the bay of Cagliari. The Marina district boasts lively streets, open-air cafés and elegant boutiques. Cagliari is also renowned for its spectacular beaches. Cagliari’s cuisine is a delight for the taste buds, featuring local products such as seafood, cheeses and Sardinian wines.
Language
Italian
Weather
Mediterranean climate
Electricity
220V/50Hz
Entry requirements
If you have a regular Canadian passport, your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after your planned departure date from the Schengen area. Customs officials may ask you to show them a ticket for a return or onward flight and proof that you have sufficient funds for your stay.
Communication
112 is the emergency number, 011+39+area code +local number to call in Italy.