the caves of Nettuno - Alghero

Grotte di Nettuno Alghero

the caves of Neptune, in Catalan Coves de neptú, karst formations are located about 24 km from Alghero, below the promontory of Capo Caccia.these caves, the most famous Sardinia Can be reached or through the famous "escala del cabirol" - scale of the deer - a staircase of 656 steps, built in 1954, or by sea through the boats that make their daily trips from the port of Alghero or haul Dragunara.This cave has a development of 2.500m.inside large rooms, crystal clear lakes, columns of stalactites and stalagmites and a small beach, used in the past by monk seals.unique natural features make it one of the most interesting and valuable in the Mediterranean.The first show is the view of the lake lamarmora, which occupies much of the original great hall.the lake with a length of 100 meters is one of the largest salt lakes in Europe.the walls of the first section of the cave partially illuminated, appear colored in a unique blue-green plants originated from scale.attention is also drawn to a monumental stalagmite, the font, a couple of meters high.The itinerary leads, after a quick descent to the room of the ruins, framed by a number of stalactites, and then to the palace, where nature has created the most breathtaking scenery of the cave.smith in the middle of the hall, named after a British captain among the first explorers of the cave in 800, stands the "large body, a huge column with lava-like organ pipes, the largest of Neptune's Grotto.Continuing the tour, you arrive at the hall of lace and lace with small columns, niches and arches natural.The tour ends with the stage to the so-called gallery of music, a terrace that allows you to admire from the area of the palace and the lake lamarmora.a holiday in Alghero is famous always recommended.a location that offers the tourist all kinds of services and accommodations by Apartments vacation to the beautiful hotel 5 star Visiting hours: 11 hours.00 to 12.00 to 13.00 to 14.00 to 15.00 to 16.00 (start last visit).