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Alghero, with its westerly facing aspect, treats visitors to
stunning mediterranean sunsets. |
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Looking south from Piazza Civica. The dome of Alghero's Cathedral
can just be glimpsed in the distance. |
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Port of Alghero. Boat trips leave for Neptune's Grotto from the
quayside to the right. |
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One of the defensive towers interpersed
along the city walls, built to guard against attack from the sea. |
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The church of San Francesco, located on Via Carlos Alberto.
One of the finest Catalan examples in Sardinia. |
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Popular with tourists, Via Carlos Alberto houses
a large collection of fashion boutiques, bars and jewellery shops. |
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The neoclassical facade was a late addition to
Alghero's Cathedral of contrasting styles. |
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The port is home to a mixed fleet of leisure and fishing boats.
The town's beaches can be seen in the distance. |
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Cattedrale di Sanata Maria campanile (bell tower)
as seen from the lanes behind. |
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Entrance to the campanile. The cathedral was
only consecrated in 1730, some 400 years after its foundation. |
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Just behind the Bastione La Maddalena,
Piazza Civica is one of the larger open spaces in the old town. |
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Days end. Another sumptuous sunset warms promenaders enjoying an evening
stroll on the city walls. |
