Located on the Capo Spartivento cape in Sardinia, Italy, stands the Capo Spartivento lighthouse. The structure, which was built in 1854 for defensive purposes, is one of the many lighthouses that have captured the interest of people worldwide.
Perhaps it is due to the fact that these solitary structures evoke the idea of a fundamental, secluded, and somewhat insane life, that of the farangist. Lighthouse keepers often have the sea and wind as their only interlocutors, in balance with nature and having no other necessities.
In a more subconscious way, lighthouses represent strong bulwarks against forces beyond human control. With their intermittent beams of light penetrating the darkness and signaling the avoidance of coastal areas and obstacles to passage, they represent a force that ensures security.
The Capo Spartivento lighthouse, destroyed and rebuilt by the Americans in the 1940s, was refurbished and converted into a luxury hotel in 2006. Italy's islands, including Sardinia, are stunningly beautiful and heartwarming, romantic and enchanting.
These enchanting islands are surrounded by the sea on all sides, sitting on top of sparkling waves and bathed in bright daylight, making them a popular tourist destination.
Sardinia is located in the western part of Italy and is one of the oldest regions in Europe, with a unique Italian culture. It became a province of the ancient Roman Empire in 227 BC, and more than 200 years later, it was occupied by the Vandals.
In the 14th century, Sardinia became part of Iberia (today's Spain), and during the 400 years of its rule, it absorbed a great deal of Spanish culture, making it a favorite sailing resort of the Spanish kings.
Sardinia's undulating inland terrain is home to the Marsi leaf community, which includes Eros wood, wild thyme, prickly pear, and dwarf oak.
The island boasts a pleasant coastline, a ticking sea, free-standing reefs, long sandy beaches, and caves. Gennargantu, the highest mountain on the island, is 1,834 meters high and shelters the villages in the area.
In the northeast of Sardinia, the mountains gradually descend to the level of the coastline of Smeralda, which is the unique coast of Sardinia.
Moving south, the coastline of the Gulf of Orosle is almost unspoiled, and in the west, the flat terrain of Oristano connects to the plain of Capitano, the island's main source of food, fruit, and vegetables.
Sardinia's Nuraghi, truncated conical structures built in prehistoric times from huge blocks of basalt taken from extinct volcanoes and not cemented in any way, is the island's distinguishing feature.
There are said to be 7,000 examples of Nuraghi, with most being small, but a few were apparently used as fortresses.
There is also a Nuraji village near Dolgari, where the remains of about 80 buildings have been found. Experts believe that Nuraji dates from around 1500 to 400 B.C., making Sardinia an island of significant historical impact in Italy.
In conclusion, the Capo Spartivento lighthouse is a symbol of security and a reminder of the fundamental and secluded life of lighthouse keepers.
Sardinia's unique Italian culture, beautiful terrain, and historical significance make it a popular tourist destination. With its beautiful coastline, stunning mountains, and unique Nuraghi structures, Sardinia is truly an enchanting island that leaves visitors spellbound.
