Archive for the 'Leisure, to see and do in Ogliastra'

In terms of flora, ie the total of all forms of vegetation, there are around two main areas in Tortolì: the forest and the Mediterranean, the last of which overrides the first.

Heather and rosemary, lavender juniper, mastic from the gorse, are all vegetable forms that abound in spots around the country.

Going with the altitude and a little bit away from the sea comes into the forest with pines and oaks dominate the area.

From plants to go through the flowers, with several species of rare orchids and quite sought after and the wild rose from the typical pink color.

Moving on to the set of animals in the area of ​​Tortolì Ogliastra and in particular, that the fauna, it must be said that as in other parts of Italy and the world, it is greatly depleted in recent years.

They are however still many species of mammals, reptiles, fish and birds. Among the first remember the Sardinian deer, wild boar, hare Sardinian, all wild animals.

Among the reptiles, it is impossible not to mention the sea turtle in the right time of year that lays its eggs on the beaches of Tortoli and neighboring countries.

At the pond Tortolì finally collect various species of water birds such as herons and gulls.

Tortoli and in general throughout the province Ogliastra offer various opportunities for sports lovers, especially outdoors in contact with nature.

First we can mention the hiking or the green train, for example to the Golgi or to Baunei Mandi.

Near the village you will find places untouched nature where man has fortunately not yet left their mark, and live a unique experience.

For those who want an adventure of the ordinary you can also rent scooters Quad, 4-wheel and go inland to the foothills of Mount Sardinian Gennargentu.

In Tortolì sea are organized all known water sports, canoeing, scuba diving and you will find specific structures that follow in these opportunities.

Then of course there is all too common for sports practiced throughout the year, from tennis to football, from volleyball to the new and fully equipped fitness gyms.

Nearby forests can also go hunting, but of course you have the license.

Another possibility is to make Tortolì offers a boat ride along all the best beaches in the area.