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	Independent Guide to Alghero, Sardinia
		Alghero is recognized to be the most Italian of the holiday towns in Sardinia with an old town centre on the sea front consisting of a labyrinthic network of narrow lanes, most of which are car free.
		The famous cave complex of Grotta di Nettuno (Neptune's Grotto), located 15km to the west on the peninsular of Capo Caccia, is one of the most spectacular cave complexes in Italy and a very popular tour destination.
		To the north and south of Alghero the resorts of Bosa and Stintino are worthy of investigation.
	www.algherosardinia.net (415 words)

	Progetto Immobiliare -
		Alghero is at around 250 miles facing Barcelona, although a little bit south east, on a line under the 41° parallel which goes through Tortosa, and therefore almost in the same direction of the dominant winds of this sea area: the Ponente (west wind) and the Maestrale (the Mistral, north west wind).
		Alghero was born in the year 1102 thanks to a powerful family from Genova: the Doria, which defended it from the continuous attacks of the Pisan and Aragonese ships.
		In 1284, Alghero was occupied by the Pisans.
	www.progettoimmobiliare.info /alghero.asp?ver=en (626 words)

	Alghero - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Alghero was founded around 1102 by the Genoese Doria family, as a fortified port.
		At the end of the same century Alghero was de-militarized and, during the Fascist era, part of the surrounding marshes was reclaimed and the suburbs of Fertilia and S.M. La Palma were founded, although the presence of malaria in the countryside could be overcome only in the 1950s.
		In 1106 John, Bishop of Alghero, assisted at the consecration of the Church of the Trinity in Saccargia.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Alghero (677 words)

	Alghero: Sardinia's Other Coast - By Alfred Rosa
		Alghero derives its name from the abundance of seaweed (alghe) in the surrounding waters.
		After Alghero came under Austrian rule with the Treaty of Utrecht in 1713, Spain tried once again to take over the city, but was obliged by the Treaty of London to yield Sardinia to the House of Savoy.
		Alghero was not greatly bothered by foreign influences again until it suffered bombings during World War II.
	www.uvm.edu /~arosa/alghero.htm (1912 words)

	Hotel in Alghero - Sardinia Italy Hotels
		The coast North of Alghero is a piece of natural heritage with many tourist attractions, among these: the Le Bombarde and the Lazzaretto beaches, the Porto Conte bay, the Capo Caccia white tall cliffs, the Grotta di Nettuno (Nettuno's Cave) and its 656 step access stair running on the hill side over the sea.
		Life in Alghero can be very relaxing or exciting depending on everyone's whishes, there are many things to do during the day and night: shopping, relaxing at one of the bar or pub eating ice creams or drinking a beer, having dinner or a pizza, moving to one of the disco's.
		Alghero transpires its history as a Spanish Catalan ruled town for nearly 4 centuries till the 1720, the perimeter of the old town is protected by fortification walls and towers, the streets and squares invite people to spend some time hanging around in the evenings.
	www.hotelup.com /eng-alghero.htm (789 words)

	accommodation sardinia alghero
		Margallò is the Bed and Breakfast Association of Riviera del Corallo which includes bed and breakfast and apartments accommodation in Alghero, Olmedo, Villanova Monteleone and we are able to recommend good quality Bed and Breakfast and self catering apartments accommodation within 25 kilometres of Alghero.
		All the places in the Riviera del Corallo association have been visited by Mario Galasso who is the founder of the Association and they all offer good accommodation and you can be assured that you will receive a warm welcome from all our members.
		In Italiano bed and breakfast Alghero, Sardegna, appartamenti, sistemazione, informazioni turistiche, foto, tempo - aeroporto di alghero 10 minuti - appartamento, bandb, casa vacanze affitto, hotel, hotels, immobili, alberghi, turismo e mappa per la vacanza ad Alghero in Sardegna www.alghero-sardegna.com
	www.accommodation-alghero-sardinia.co.uk (199 words)

	Catalan Bed and Breakfast Alghero, Sassari: vacations in Sardinia beaches
		Alghero is one small area of the province of Sassari, 35 Km to the south-west of the provincial capital, in the southern Nurra.
		The historical centre of Alghero is a rare and unique jewel of the Sardinian heritage, the year of 1354 being accepted as the origin of "Catalan Alghero".
		Alghero is the principal tourist centre of the "Coral Coast", from the fine sands of its solitary beaches, small hidden inlets bordered by luxurious pine trees, to reefs of delicate coral bathed in a warm, emerald green sea.
	www.algherocasavacanze.it /alghero_uk.htm (500 words)

	Alghero Hotels. Alghero Accommodation Hotel in Italy Discounts
		Hotel Continental Alghero, recently renovated, the three star hotel is situated in the centre of Alghero, near both the sea and the historic heart of the city.
		Capo Caccia Resort Alghero is situated in a quiet and peaceful position surrounded by a beautiful garden, just by the beach, in the lowely resort Porto Conte only 15 km from the centre of Alghero - one of the most attractive tourist resorts on the north-west coast of Sardinia.
		Hotel Alma di Alghero is a modern and functional building, a perfect combination between a central hotel and a hotel by the seaside; situated as it is on the seafront and short distance from the Maria Pia pinewood.
	www.holidaycityeurope.com /algherohotels/index.html (442 words)

	Alghero travel guide - Wikitravel
		Alghero [1] is a beautiful destination in Sardinia, Italy.
		The coastal road south of Alghero is beautiful, an unspoilt and protected panorama of sparkling sea, lush vegetation and rocky mountains.
		There are a whole number of possibilities for accommodation in Alghero from bed and breakfasts to Agroturismos(farm stays) and hotels.
	wikitravel.org /en/Alghero (581 words)

	Alghero - Sardinia - Sardegna.com
		Alghero 's origins date back to the X Century when the Genoese, with the help of Pisans, turned the Arabs away and obtained land grants from the Judges of Logudoro, one of the groups of judges that governed Sardinia during the Middle Ages.
		Later, when Charles V wished to use the city as an operations base against Saracen pirates, he visited Alghero and was so warmly received by its people that he proclaimed them todos caballeros, a mark of distinction held still held in regard today by the Algherese.
		In 1713, when Alghero came under Austrian rule with the Treaty of Utrecht, Spain tried once again to take the city over but was obligated by the Treaty of London to yield Sardinia to the House of Savoy.
	www.sardegna.com /code/articolo/TABLE/COMUNI/id/4/LINGUA/EN (741 words)

	Alghero Holidays - Cheap late deals, bargain all inclusive holidays & last minute package offers.
		Alghero is a picturesque port town and outstanding holiday resort on the north east coast of Sardinia.
		Alghero has a spectacular skyline of noble domes, red tiled roofs and mediaeval towers, and is home to a wide variety of quality hotels and holiday apartments.
		Winter holidays in Alghero are becoming increasingly popular as this is a great base from which to explore the historic and natural sites of Sardinia, and the climate from November to March remains mild.
	www.directline-holidays.co.uk /Alghero?source=RSS (546 words)

	Alghero Hotels - Alghero, Italy
		The Hotel Alma di Alghero is a modern and functional building, a perfect combination between a central and seaside hotel....
		Situated in a quiet residential area, the hotel is within walking distance of the historical centre of Alghero, where you can discover the features of the ancient land of Sardinia....
		Hotel Calabona faces the splendid Riviera del Corallo (Riviera of Coral) of Alghero, and offers a spectacular view from the promontory of Capo Caccia (Cape Caccia) and is just a few kilometers from the suggestive Grotte di Nettuno......
	www.activereservations.com /hotel/en/italy/sardegna/sassari/alghero?subid=PPCGO8g5799en (387 words)

	Alghero \| \| Dictionary & Translation by Babylon
		Alghero (katalanisch L'Alguer, sardisch S'Alighera) ist eine Stadt der Provinz Sassari auf der italienischen Insel Sardinien und sprachwissenschaftlich als katalanische Sprachinsel von Bedeutung.
		Alghero (Catalaans: L'Alguer) is een stad op Sardinië, in de provincie Sassari, aan de westkust van het eiland.
		Alghero (catalano: L'Alguer, sardo S'Alighéra, spagnolo: Alguer) è un comune di quasi 40.000 abitanti della provincia di Sassari.
	www.babylon.com /definition/Alghero/All (506 words)

	history, sardinia, alghero, archaeology
		Thanks to its geographical position Alghero held a very important role in trading in the Mediterranean, therefore it had to be defended frequently by the Genovese from the attacks of Pisan and Aragonese ships.
		In November 1354 Pietro IV of Aragon, known as the "Cerimonioso" or "Punyalet" repopulated Alghero with Catalans forcing the Sardinians and the Ligurians to flee.
		Alghero to this day conserves the characteristics of the Catalan-Aragonese period, which can be noted in the architecture of the churches, of the buildings and of the fortifications and also in the Catalan language which is still spoken.
	www.bed-and-breakfast-sardinia.com /history.htm (394 words)

	Alghero: City guide \| Sardinia \| Italy \| Europe \| Choose A Country \| Travel \| Telegraph
		Compared with other resorts in Sardinia, Alghero is refreshingly uncontrived and despite its long Catalan connection - conquered by Aragon in 1353 - (street names appear in Catalan as well as Italian), its old centre has the feel of an ancient Italian town, often being likened to Sorrento or San Remo.
		Ryanair flies daily to Alghero from Stansted with fares starting from £55 return including taxes (08701 569569, www.ryanair.com).
		Alghero's atmospheric old centre is its real attraction, and it can easily be explored on foot.
	www.telegraph.co.uk /travel/main.jhtml?xml=/travel/2002/02/09/etweek09.xml (1048 words)

	Car Hire Alghero. Discounts Alghero Car Rental Companies
		Beneluxcar can help you to rent a car in Alghero Whether it is one way interstate rental car Alghero, Beneluxcar has just the right car hire for you.
		Alghero; is a very rare Italian phenomenon: a tourist town that is also a flourishing fishing port, giving it an economic base entirely independent of the summer masses.
		The predominant flavour here is Catalan, owing to a wholesale Hispanicization that followed the overthrow of the Doria family by Pedro IV of Aragon in 1354, a process so thorough that it became known as "Barcelonetta".
	www.beneluxcar.com /car-rentals/italy/alghero (262 words)

	Offshore Travel - Alghero
		The Logudoro Region on the North West Coast of Sardinia from Alghero to Stintino, is as untouched today as it was one hundred years ago.
		On the journey from Stintino to Alghero and Bosa, the essence of the landscape changes from turquoise beaches to tall, rugged rocks overlooking the sea.
		Spanish and Catalan influences in Alghero are still strong; even to the extent that it is known as "Barcelonetta".
	www.sardinianvillas.com /html/alghero.html (1033 words)

	Alghero - Destinations International Shopping at dooyoo.co.uk
		Alghero known in Latin as Algarium, is on the West coast of Sardinia, in the province of Sassari.
		Alghero, the tourism capital of northern Sardinia, is a fascinating town of immense historical interest, which also has excellent beaches.
		Founded on a peninsula facing the Bay of Alghero early in the 12th Century, it was taken from the Genoese by the Aragonese in 1353.
	www.dooyoo.co.uk /destinations-international/alghero (246 words)

	CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Alghero
		The city was built by the Doria of Genoa in 1102.
		Alghero, assisted at the consecration of the Church of the Trinity in Sacargia.
		After a long period of decandence, the see was renewed and confirmed by Julius II in his Bull of 1503.
	www.newadvent.org /cathen/01310d.htm (160 words)

	Alghero holiday apartments - Holiday accommodation in Alghero, Italy - Book direct
		Situated in the countryside on the outskirts of Alghero,it is ideal for families seeking relaxation,with areas for childern to play football and other games,with al fresco dining,barbecue, and within easy reach of the local beaches,town centre and many many other...
		A self contained apartment,ideal for couples and families with children,within 100 metres from Alghero's magnificent beach, with a large balcony furnished for al fresco dining.
		Situated in the countryside on the outskirts of Alghero,it is ideal for families seeking relaxation,with areas for childern to...
	www.holidaylettings.co.uk /alghero (400 words)

	Alghero Hotels and Accommodation in Alghero
		The Hotel Alma di Alghero is a modern and functional building, a perfect combination between a central and seaside...
		A royal retreat on a promontory is Alghero's outstanding hotel.
		It is a villa on two levels, 8 km from the town of Alghero.
	www.priceline.co.uk /pcln/location/en/italy/sardegna/sassari/alghero (355 words)

	Sky Cars Alghero
		Alghero is situated on the picturesque, rustic island of Sardinia.
		The ancient settlement dates from 1500 to 1000 BC and is has 50 circular huts surrounding a tower-like structure called a nuraghe.
		The international airport at Fertilia, 10kms outside Alghero, is connected frequently to Italy's major cities and has a daily flight from London Stansted (three hours), among other services from Europe.
	www.skycars.com /car_rental_Alghero.html (390 words)

	Alghero Accommodation: Wide range of accommodation in Alghero
		We selected some bed and breakfasts in Alghero, hosts which offer accommodation in their homes.
		Alghero is situated on the north-west coast: it is surrounded by approx 10 miles of beaches and enjoys a mild climate for most part of the year.
		It is the most characteristic centre of the Riviera del Corallo with its shore abounding in lonely bays, in creeks hiding soft beaches surrounded with dense pine-woods, with indented cliffs washed by an emerald-green sea.
	www.sardiniaaccommodation.co.uk /alghero_accommodation.htm (303 words)

	Accommodation in ALGHERO/Sardinia Alghero RED CORAL Guest-house - Rooms & flats for rent
		Traditional pasta dishes in the form of "gnocchetti sardi" and ravioli filled with ricotta and many other fresh ingredients, just to name a couple.Seafood pasta dishes are a speciality and the most popular are spaghetti alla "bottarga", "misto mare" and ai "ricci di mare".
		For your second course, you can try roast fish dishes or catalan style lobster which is widely served in Alghero.
		Accompany your meal with a bottle of wine.There are many vineyards around Alghero which produce excellent wines.
	www.algheroredcoral.com /alghero_cooking.htm (194 words)

	Relax in Sardinia: About Alghero
		Situated on the northwest 'Coral Riviera' of Sardinia, Alghero is the perfect place to experience all of these things.
		With its strong Catalan influence and gothic architecture, Alghero is the most charming town in Sardinia.
		Alghero airport is a 15 minute drive from the town.
	www.algherorelax.info /about.html (289 words)

	UK Hotel in Alghero: Albergo con servizio Bed & Breakfast in Alghero => Hotel Alma di Alghero Sardegna
		While walking around the old centre, characterized by the narrow streets rich of ancient buildings, the bastions overlooking the sea and the two towers once used as a defence against hostile raids, you can feel the Catalan origin of this lovely town, still deeply preserved in the heart of the inhabitants.
		A visit to the old town would not be complete without tasting the exquisite and varied flavours of our famous ice cream or relaxing in one of the numerous friendly cafés while enjoying the view of the sunset.
		For more of you who wish to learn more about Alghero or just to see more of the hidden old town, a tour on the “trenino catalano” would be a good fun experience.
	www.hotel-alma-alghero.it /index.php?p=alghero_di_giorno&ver=uk (286 words)

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