The ancient ruins of Nora, a site dating back to Phoenician-Punic and Roman times.

SEA & SHORE Along the coast there are many beaches of unique beauty: • Chia • Santa Margherita

NATURE The Nora Lagoon, in the vicinity of the archaeological area, with numerous varieties of fish and lagoon bird life. Canoe trips are available along its winding canals.

• the hill of Santa Vittoria; in the vicinity of the town, visitors can trek along the pathways through the Mediterranean brush dotted with well-disguised lookout points and military structures dating back to Wold War II.

• the forest of Pixina Manna; an excellent choice for guests keen on excursions and direct contact with nature. • the forest of Is Cannoneris hosts a re-population centre for Sardinian deer; this is an extraordinary forest of chestnut, ilex and strawberry trees set against a backdrop of Mediterranean brush.