ART, CULTURE, TRADITIONS AND CUSTOMS IN SARDINIA

Sardinia boasts a rich patrimony of extraordinary popular traditions and unique folklore, as well as a rich calendar of events held all over the island through out the year.

These festivals attract visitors from all over the world, but they are also an important part of community life for the local people.

The festivals represent a unique opportunity to feel part of this fascinating island and enjoy poetry recitals, singing, dancing and original musical instruments, such as the "launeddas", a wind instrument similar to bagpipes.

Every town on the island celebrates its own festivals and throughout the year there are more than one thousand in total.
Among the most important: the Festival of Sant' Efisio (a religious festival), the Sartiglia, the Cavalcata Sarda, and the Candelieri (events celebrating skilled horsemanship), The "Redentore" (Redeemer) and the Carnival.