Mia Sardegna
Beni benius
About this site
The older brother of this site was born in 2010, when I moved to Sardinia, having fallen in love with this magical island. I explored it with all my might, lived unforgettable moments, worked, and loved. I passionately told of its wonders, but one day I had to leave and abandoned my old site.
Today that same emotion has returned with force. Sardinia didn't forget me, nor I her. So I reopened this space, to once again share its beauty, its light, its sea. If you too feel this call, follow me on this new adventure. Let's tell the story of Sardinia together, its soul and its secrets.
About me
My name is Oxana, Russian by birth, but now well-settled in Italy. I'm a curious explorer of life, always looking for something new to discover. Naturally quiet, but with an irrepressible desire to share.
I've worked as a photographer, a tour guide, a web designer, I founded a brand, but more than anything I'm a person just like you, with a thousand passions and dreams. I love stories, hidden details, small daily wonders. Every day is an opportunity to learn something new, and this space is my way of sharing it.
What you need to know about Sardinia
- It's the second largest island in the Mediterranean, after Sicily.
- It has over 1,800 km of coastline with some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe.
- The sea is incredibly crystal clear thanks to the white sand and granite seabeds.
- Sardinia has its own language, Sardinian, which is officially recognized.
- Nuraghi are the symbol of the island, ancient stone towers dating back over 3,000 years.
- There are no highways, but the scenic roads are spectacular.
- Porceddu is the typical dish, a slow-roasted suckling pig.
- Pane carasau is the traditional bread, crispy and thin like a pastry sheet.
- Sardinia has an area called "Blue Zone," where people live very long lives.
- Sardinians are very hospitable, but initially may seem reserved.
- In summer, the mistral wind is omnipresent, perfect for surf lovers.
- The interior of the island is mountainous and wild, ideal for hiking and trekking.
- Costa Smeralda is famous for luxury, but the island also offers authentic, less touristy places.
- Cagliari is the capital, a vibrant city with a long Phoenician and Roman history.
- The feast of Sant'Efisio in May is one of the most important and spectacular on the island.
- Alghero has Catalan influences, which can even be heard in the local dialect.
- The masks of the Mamuthones and Issohadores of the Mamoiada Carnival are unique and mysterious.
- Many beaches are accessible only by boat or after long walks.
- The Giants' Tombs are ancient megalithic burials scattered throughout the island.
In Sardinia, you don't rush - life here has its own rhythm!
Are you ready to discover Sardinia?
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