Find out how Sardinia is weathering the economic storm, balancing development against environmental concerns and negotiating tricky transport connections with the rest of Italy.
Prehistoric civilisations, Romans, Pisans, Spaniards and 19th-century bandits – all have made their mark on this island, and their history makes gripping reading.
Discover what makes a Sardinian tick and why the island has one of the world's largest populations of centenarians.
From male harmony singing to poetry duels, folk dance to handicrafts – traditional arts are alive and well in Sardinia.
Eat at rustic agriturismi, visit local wineries and loosen a belt notch for a feast of home-grown seasonal fare.