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Among the wonderful places that are located in Porto Rotondo, one of the most famous is certainly the beautiful beach Ira. It is 15 km from Olbia and perfectly divides the Gulf of Porto Rotondo, separating it from that of Cugnana. Frequented by VIPs and celebrities, his name is certainly to be attributed to one of his most famous attended. Let's talk about Princess Ira Funstenberg who lived one of the villas that overlook the beautiful still beautiful beach. Fine sand, clear as baby powder, backdrop that degrades slowly, full of wonders that snorkelers rediscovered during hot summer days, an intense turquoise of the sea is slowly darker with increasing depth. The bay is able to attract gorgeous boats, looking for a little quiet or simply a place to park. Ira Beach offers the tourist shadow points, which you can rent deck chairs, canoes, paddleboats and bikes for the more adventurous of water. Surrounded by a bright Mediterranean is located just below Punta Nuraghe and offers impressive views of the reefs. It 'easy walk from the center of Porto Rotondo, whose name is certainly attributable to the prefect round course recreated by an inlet, and its surroundings as well as being present a very high concentration of villas to rent, there are hotels, luxury residences and elegant solutions for the night. Ristornanti abound, of the finest shops, nightclubs and discos. Everything a tourist could wish for, and wonderful with the addition of the small Porto Rotondo, a jewel not to be missed.
Claudia Zedda
The area is one of the most beautiful imaginable. Every year millions of tourists reach the small Sardinia, and try to carve out a place in the dream that Porto Rotondo and Costa Smeralda, in general, can give. The beaches to visit, well equipped and capable of surprising you do not count. Cala di Volpe is one of them. Set in a precious frame which is the Costa Smeralda still lives in complete harmony with its surroundings, which found breath in the winter months, but already the first only resumes its frantic pace and fascinating, made of luxury and leisure. Born within a bay sheltered from the wind, the important feature that makes it popular with families and children, and the back of the beach is fringed with lush greenery, the fact of Mediterranean, juniper, arbutus and mastic. Needless to say that the sea is crystal clear and the sand is more like sugar up. This is tinged with streaks of pink unpredictable, close to the shore by the surf beat, offering wonderful color effects. In this context, heavenly no shortage of services and amenities. All the tourist could want. An excellent hotel overlooks the sea front, and takes the name from the beach. Sa and comfortably accommodates a prestigious and elegant visitors and are attractive packages last minute that offers visitors the last moment. In the area you can also rent homes, or be hosted in beautiful cottages, for a vacation of rediscovery of the area and taste. Near the beach numerous dining, enjoying a quick lunch and fresh, and some bathing facilities. Possibility to rent chairs and umbrellas, boats and jet skis for those who loved the adventure. To reach the beach follow the SS 125 from Olbia to Palau and then turn in the direction of Costa Smeralda. Take the SP 94 and after few kilometers you will find the junction to Cala di Volpe. Upon arrival a large parking lot to greet you.
Claudia Zedda
Fascinated by the beautiful waters of Sardinia, Porto Rotondo, you can not miss visiting the beautiful beaches to stop at: Ira, the beach of stones, one of the Algae, and that of Fox Point, which rises on the area, and the beaches of Punta asphodel. The beautiful and well-equipped port, is simple go to Piazza San Marco, the main square of Porto Rotondo, designed by Andrea Cascella, and from there to reach the Church of San Lorenzo with a staircase that leads directly to the churchyard. Not far away there is the outdoor theater, decorated with sculptures of Mario Cerioli, and finally the Piazzetta of the Casbah, designed by Sangregorio. Given the living room of Porto Rotondo, the Piazzetta, the Casbah is a suggestive square surrounded by arcades which are housed in smart shops.
A visit to San Pantaleo v'immergerà in a town near the mountain: the background to make them because there are the peaks of St. Andrew King, Manna and Pelchia Pelchia Minor. Rich in water and forests, San Pantaleo was called "The sources of Beddoro", and was considered an island of prosperity. The largest city is undoubtedly Olbia: Like all big cities could be divided into two, the historical and modern. Of the historical part is worth visiting the center, from Corso Umberto to Piazza Regina Margherita, Via Porto Romano, Via D'Annunzio, who brings in a few minutes at the Basilica of St. Simplicius. The most modern part of town instead, we come, walking on the new promenade and visit the archaeological museum there.
Among the main monuments to visit in Porto Rotondo, there is the "Outdoor Theater", designed by sculptor Mario Ceroli, and built by architects Gianfranco Fini and Marina Sotgiu. Made of rough granite of Gallura, the work presents measurements of the same Mario Ceroli, and follows the classical greek-Roman models.
The entire structure is semi-circular and has a wooden box with a bottom wall fixed: able to accommodate about 700 people, the "Outdoor Theater" in Porto Rotondo is located in the area in front of Piazza San Marco, and is was inaugurated in 1995. Another place worth visiting is the Church of San Lorenzo, located near the Piazzetta San Marco, and reached by a staircase of 35 steps that lead directly from the square to the churchyard.
Created by Andrea Cascella, Mario Ceroli and Gianfranco Fini, the Church has the shape of an inverted ship's hull, and inside there are representations of historical figures shaped in wood, created by Mario Ceroli, the altar was made by Andrea Cascella. Finally, to visit, is the new bell tower 24 meters high, was built entirely of wood, home Bells dedicated to the elements of nature, air, land, water and fire. Designed by Mario Ceroli and Gianfranco Fini, and developed by the architect Sergio Malgaretto, the bell tower is located behind the Church of San Lorenzo.
Fraction of the city of Olbia, Porto Rotondo is one of the most sought after tourist destinations in Sardinia. And 'in the north-east of the island, in the area between the Gulf and the Gulf of Marinella Cugnana, and stands on the promontory of Monte Ladu and Punta Volpe, its territory, which covers five hectares, is part of the province of Olbia-Tempio.
It is about 18 km from Olbia, and little more from Palau, and Arzachena a reputation is well-equipped port city, which is able to accommodate 800 boats, in an area of the city, Punta Lada, is the summer residence of Silvio Berlusconi's Villa Charterhouse, overlooking the Gulf of Marinella.
Porto Rotondo was established by the Venetian family of Dona delle Rose in 1967: his story is reminiscent of the Emerald Coast, founded in 1962 with the intent, very successful, to transform that part of territory in a popular tourist destination. Its architecture, however, recalls Venice, in fact, the main square is called the Piazzetta San Marco. There are many famous beaches by tourists, the beach stand out among all the Pebbles, beach Ira, one of the Algae, and that of Fox Point, which rises on the area, and the beaches of Punta Asfodeli.
The birth of the myth of Porto Rotondo, has been achieved thanks to the work of two Venetian entrepreneurs, the brothers Give roses, which in the mid 60 'constructed the first modern urban core.
The origin of the two entrepreneurs is clearly visible in the architecture of the town, in fact no coincidence that the central square, the heart of the town was called St. Mark's Square.
After a rapid growth in the 70 ', also driven by the airline Meridiana (formerly Alisarda) owned by the Aga Khan.
But it is in the 80 'that we are witnessing a boom in attendance and prestige, with the arrival of Italian and international celebrities like the real England, the current Prime Minister Berlusconi (who buys Villa Certosa ), and many celebrities from the entertainment and television. In 1985 he also founded the Yacht Club Porto Rotondo, which quickly became one of the most important and unique in Europe. Currently, there are permanent residents in about a thousand units, but during the summer months you can reach the presence of 20,000 people in June and July and 35,000 in August.
The most famous architectural works of Porto Rotondo is undoubtedly the central square (or square), San Marco.
Designed by renowned artist Andrea Cascella Pescara, the square directly overlooking the marina of the town, creating a striking effect with the circularity of the houses around.
Facing the square there is also the new (opened in 1995) open-air amphitheater.
Built entirely of granite di Gallura, the style of construction is Roman-Hellenic thing that is clear even from the Mediterranean with ornaments.
Not to be missed is the church of San Lorenzo, which in a modern style, combining tradition with beautiful granite and wood joints. Facing the square there is also the new (opened in 1995) open-air amphitheater.
Built entirely of granite di Gallura, the style of construction is Roman-Hellenic thing that is clear even from the Mediterranean with ornaments.
For the sculptor Giancarlo Sangregorio then there is the square of the dock has the peculiarity that the use of three materials: Granite pink, gray granite and trachyte. De Gregorio are the work of the same embellishments surrounding the square.
Product quality is the watchword for the restaurants in Porto Rotondo. 
Although the average quality is very high, some are distinguished by peculiarities of the service and food.
For example, the restaurant Pedristellas (tel. 078 934 286) offers typical Sardinian dishes in a charming atmosphere in rooms carved into the rock. 
Center of social life is the historic rotondina Tartarughino (tel. 0789385004), which more than a restaurant is a perfect gathering spot for vacationers, being open for almost the whole day, with services ranging from breakfast to after dinner, as well gettonattissimo a service boat (board catering).
For lovers of good fish, you'll visit the Mangianotte (tel. 078 935 258), famous for late night dinners strictly seafood cuisine, is located in the West Pier.
Ira has been present in the beach restaurant trendy Sosushi (tel. 3467573677) that combines Sardinian cuisine to international.
For those wishing to enjoy a typical Sardinian cuisine of sea and land in a warm and familiar with sea view, it is essential to visit the restaurant Stella di Gallura (078934402) located in the port area.
In the square is the square of a visit to the legendary restaurant "From John" opened since the beginning of Porto Rotondo, is beloved by many VIPs in the area for its simple but refined.
The solution of choice for vacationers lodging in Sardinia and in particular in Porto Rotondo, has always rent a house in a residential community.
The possibilities are for all tastes and budgets.
The Round Residence (tel. 078 934 340) offers solutions that start from 40 sqm studios, until you get to luxurious homes of 120 square meters, all with private entrance.
Just 500 meters from the beach we find the residence Rudargia anger (number tel.078948500). 
Square adjacent to the square there is also the residence of the chain Eurotel Gardens (number tel.078934460) that offers stylish apartments in two buildings with private garden.
For those wishing to own a home for the summer period are interesting proposals offered by the agency of the pier Realty (number tel.078935594) who rents houses both independent residences lotions.
A similar service is offered by the immobility La Marina (number tel.078935764), which also handles real estate sales.
For those wishing to stay practically on the beach is a great solution that offered by the Emerald Village Apartments (tel. 078 934 668) which is just 100 meters from the beach.
Due to its vocation to luxury tourism, no wonder the unique assemblage of hotels in Porto Rotondo.
The most famous is undoubtedly the Hotel Colonna San Marco, located in a happy position adjacent to the marina, is a 4 star hotel with all comfort give in of 74 rooms and is just 800 m from the beach of Cala Granu.
It has a luxurious swimming pool as a special on several levels.
Another famous hotel is the Hotel Sporting (tel. 078 934 005) a 5 star lies between the beach and the picturesque harbor of Porto Rotondo, all rooms have a sea view and the hotel has a private beach.
Also nearby are the Residence Bouganville Eurotel (number tel.078934160) which is situated in the village of Rudargia. In the Gulf of Marinella, a few kilometers from the town we can find the Domina Hotel (tel. 078 932 327) and the hotel Palumbalza (tel. 078 932 005).
The main beaches of Porto Rotondo are four:
Beach stones and algae is located in the village and is therefore ideal for those who like the sea just below the house and attend it without being moved. 
Ira Beach: is the most famous and popular, picture-postcard beach of Porto Rotondo, located between the Gulf of Porto Rotondo and to Cugnana, has a beautiful effect as a special color of its waters, which create an optical effect of stripes on the Turquoise -blue. It is the most crowded beach.
Asphodel tip: close to beach, anger, pointing asphodel is particularly popular with windsurfing enthusiasts, attracted by the pure white beach and the sea. Many beach attendance but not as much anger.
Beach of Marinella is located 4 miles from town, but the short trip is rewarded by the sight of the islands of murmurs and Mortorio. It is the largest of the four, and is well equipped for sports acuatico
The Yacht Club Porto Rotondo was founded in 1985 by brothers Delle Rose.
Two years later in 1987, is incorporated in the Costa Smeralda Yacht Club, owned by the Aga Khan.
Ten years later, for reasons of prestige and pride of the club back to being independent.
Every two years the event is organized "Vintage Sails in Porto Rotondo," which sees the participation of over 50 yachts from many different sizes and characteristics.
Participate in the regatta it is like the vintage yacht "Cambria" and "Lulworth" both of the 20's and 70's classic yachts as "the angneta", owned by the Agnelli lawyer.
But there are of course the sparkling new modern yachts, who see in a major international showcase event. Particularly interesting is the clubhouse, built entirely of wood ash that envelops the visitor in a warm sea. Important there is also a sailing school which sits in second place in Italy as the number of subscribers and professionalism.
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