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This island of Sardegna, called Sardinia in English,
is just south of the French-held Corsica.
As one of only two major Italian islands that make
up their own regions, the inhabitants are distinctive
from other Italians.
The local language of Sardinian is related to Italian
but is so different (with elements of ancient Etruscan,
Greek and Phoenician), that those from other parts of
Italy will have difficulty understanding.
Travel here is challenging and accommodation primitive,
but those who love adventure won’t be disappointed.
The main paying industry of the island, after tourism,
is the creation of oil exploration rigs.
The region was once known for its massive stocks of
sardines, but the namesake fish has since declined.
There are several gold and silver mines on the island
as well as a few vineyards that are beginning to make
a world-class wine.
The area is famous for its infamously poor roads. Those
who are willing to brave them should head up and down
the “Emerald Coast,” though intrepid travellers won’t
want to miss the far less crowded interior of the island.
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