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Alghero is a city of about 45,000 inhabitants in the Italian insular province of Sassari in northwestern Sardinia, next to the Mediterranean Sea. The city's name comes from Aleguerium, which is a mediaeval Latin word meaning "stagnation of algae" (Posidonia oceanica). The population is noted for having … See more
The area of today's Alghero has been settled since pre-historic times. The Ozieri culture was present here in the 4th millennium BC ( See more
A variety of Catalan is spoken in Alghero, introduced when Catalans settled in the town. Catalan was replaced as the official language of the Island by Spanish in the 17th century, then by … See more
Villages and hamlet
Around Alghero territory beside several villages and hamlets, mostly with own church and partial … See moreIn the 1930s the Swedish writer Amelie Posse Brazdova wrote a book entitled Sardinia Side Show, where she told the complete story of two years she spent "interned" in … See more
Location
Alghero is located on the northwestern coast of Sardinia, along the bay named after the city. In the north of the urban area, there is the … See moreThe many historical dominances that occurred in Alghero have created a rich variety of monuments, buildings and sights. Back from the Neolithic period from which many … See more
Alghero is well-connected. Roads lead to Sassari, the province's capital. The main port for passengers is 30 kilometers away and Alghero – … See more
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Hotels | Alghero, Italy
https://www.bing.com/travel/hotelsVilla Las Tronas Hotel & Spa
5-star hotel · AlgheroHotel Angedras
Tripadvisor (1.4K)3-star hotel · Alghero"Staff absolutely amazing, always happy and helpful."El Faro Hotel & Spa
Tripadvisor (1.4K)4-star hotel · Porto Conte"A wonderful Sardinian hotel, full of charm and wonderful staff."Smy Carlos V Wellness & Spa Alghero
Tripadvisor (1.4K)5-star hotel · Alghero"Very very clean everywhere with a heavenly outdoor pool looking out to the sea."Hotel Portoconte
Tripadvisor (1.1K)4-star hotel · Porto Conte"It is superbly situated on a private beach with free sunbeds and umbrellas."Hotel Catalunya
Tripadvisor (1.0K)4-star hotel · Alghero"Hotel position very good for the old town and restaurants."