Sardinia, one of the great prizes of the Mediterranean, was fought over by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Spanish and Austrians before ending up as part of the unified Italy. It bears traces of all these cultures plus thousands of prehistoric stone dwellings called nuraghi. These days it is popular with jet setters, rock climbers, sailors, and windsurfers. With so much Sardinia, one of the great prizes of the Mediterranean, was fought over by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Spanish and Austrians before ending up as part of the unified Italy. It bears traces of all these cultures plus thousands of prehistoric stone dwellings called nuraghi. These days it is popular with jet setters, rock climbers, sailors, and windsurfers. With so much going on, you need a detailed guide, and the Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sardinia provides everything you could wish for, from hotel and restaurant recommendations to detailed maps and even tips on where to sample the best local cheeses. Youll find cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights, walks, scenic routes and thematic tours. Whether you wish to explore the beautiful old quarter at Alghero or soakup some sun on the fashionable beaches of Costa Smeralda, this updated and expanded edition is indispensable. Dont miss a thing on your vacation with the DK Eyewitness Travel guidebook to Sardinia. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Packed with photographs, illustrations, and maps Cutaways and floor plans of all the major sights 3D aerial views of the citys most interesting districts Huge selection of hotels, restaurants, stores, and entertainment venues