The Province of Nuoro is situated in east-central Sardinia. Overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea on its east, it is bordered by the Provinces of Sassari and Olbia-Tempio on its north, by the Province of Oristano in the west, and the Provinces of Cagliari and Ogliastra to its south. It spreads out for 1,519 square miles and is the second-largest province in Sardinia, after Sassari. While walking in the lovely old town of Nuoro, rich in art and history, we can admire many monuments. Among these, the Duomo, built in the mid-19th Century, and preserving paintings by local artists; the Church of San Simplicio, built in the Romanesque between the 11th and the 12th Centuries; the Sanctuary and the Chiesa delle Grazie; and the MAN, Museo dell’Arte di Nuoro, distributed over four floors - two of which house temporary exhibitions, and the other two, works by Sardinian artists from the early 20th Century until today. Finally, not to be left out is the National Archaeological Museum, featuring numerous exhibits regarding the Province of Nuoro's history, from the Neolithic to Medieval times.
The Maestro Nature is the artist of the Province of Nuoro: beautiful landscapes range from its mountains, hills, and sea, thus, rendering it ideal for a number of excursions in the discovery of its many beauties. The lush flora and rich fauna make this area a paradise for photographers and birdwatchers. Many celebrations and folkloristic ceremonies make up the province's events. Particular attention should be paid to the fireworks celebration in honor of Saint Anthony the Great every January 16th-17th, and the Carnival of Mamoiada, characterized by mamuthones, figures of mysterious origins who parade through the village streets dressed in leather, wearing tragic wooden masks and heavy bell clusters covering their shoulders.
Sardinia is the second bigger island of the Mediterranean Sea and it is a mainly mountainous region with a vast natural environment. Here you can swim at the beautiful beaches of Cala Goloritze, Cala Luna and Cala Sisine while Neptune's Grotto is also a well-known destination for its cave which can be reached by boat. Go to the Capo Caccia and take a photo of the wild scenery while the hikers will love the famous Gorropu Gorge. Don’t forget to visit Porto Flavia one of the most important industrial archeology sites in the world.
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