Seniors Get Excited About Alghero

I would guess there are some seniors who have no idea where Sardinia is located. Then again, a few may know that it is somewhere in the Mediterranean Sea, but perhaps could not easily find it on a map. Well today, get your coffee, we’re going to visit Alghero, Sardinia.

This town of 45,000 inhabitants, lies in the province of Sassari in northwestern Sardinia. The name Alghero comes from the medieval Latin Aleguerium, meaning algae on the coast. Visitors who have been there have found Alghero to be one of the most attractive coastal resorts on the Italian island.

This ancient Catalan burg on the Mediterranean provides an infinite variety of colors and landscapes, sun and year-round mild temperatures plus stories and legends of ancient civilizations. Senior visitors will hear the sound of the ancient Catalan tongue and discover the allure of sailing, hiking, trail cycling, the traditions and flavors of past years mixed in with the tastes of today.

 Seniors Enjoy Fresh Fish and Seafood

Alghero manages to combine its role of tourist city with that of a thriving marina. Senior visitors will find the city to be an epicurean delight tempting your tastebuds.

Alghero is justifiably renowned for its fresh fish and seafood in one of the many fine dining establishments throughout the old town.

Alghero’s port area covers a broad expanse and has bars and cafes on both sides of Via Garibaldi. I invite you to go on YouTube and input Alghero then view an array of videos providing an overview of this historical city.

With its Catalan history it is no surprise to find paella on restaurant menus. An additional popular local specialty is lobster (aragosta). The general standard of cuisine available in Alghero is high and in addition to seafoods, senior tourists will find a full range of other Sardinian delicacies.

Seniors Enjoy The Mystic Of Alghero

Among the cobble-stone streets of the historical center, in the façade of the palaces, among the mullions and the huge ancient wooden doors, is hidden the history, the image, the mystic and identity of Alghero.

I know that my wife and I would enjoy the ancient boardwalks along the panoramic city walls next to the sea. Coffee shops and restaurants animate the ancient streets. Four museums in the heart of the city tell the history,  legends and traditions of an area that has been inhabited for centuries.

The Museo Civico Archeologico (Archeological Museum), Museo del Corallo (The Coral Museum), the Museo Diocesano D’Arte Sacra (Diocese Museum of Sacred Art) and the Museo Casa Manno are not to be missed. Enjoy your time on Sardinia and in the city of Alghero. -jeb