DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sardinia

Sardinia, one of the great prizes of the Mediterranean, was fought over by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Spanish, and Austrians before ending up as part of unified Italy. It bears traces of all these cultures - plus thousands of prehistoric stone dwellings called nuraghi. <p>These days Sardinia is equally popular with the jet set as with rock climbers, sailors, and wind-surfers. With so to see and do, rely on <i>DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sardinia</i> for in-depth information on everything, from hotel and restaurant recommendations to detailed maps, to tips on the best local cheeses.</p> <p>In this fully updated guide, you'll find 3-D cutaway illustrations and floor plans of major sights, suggested walks, scenic routes, and thematic tours. With hundreds of photographs, illustrations, and maps, <i>DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Sardinia</i> shows you what others only tell you.</p>