Mal di Ventre, Mediterranean island in Province of Oristano, Italy
Description
Mal di Ventre is a granite island off the Sardinian coast that stretches roughly 2 kilometers in length and rises to about 18 meters above sea level. The rocky terrain supports little vegetation but displays several ancient structures from Roman times across its surface.
History
The island was inhabited in ancient times, as Roman wells and other remains still visible today demonstrate. These structures suggest the Romans valued the site for water collection and storage purposes.
Culture
The island's name comes from Sardinian words referring to the strong winds that sweep across these waters. You can feel how the wind shapes the landscape and the daily conditions when you visit.
Practical
The island is only accessible by boat, with departures from the ports of Cabras and Putzu Idu during the sailing season. Visitors should prepare for exposure to sun and wind, as shelter on the island is minimal.
Did you know?
A local activist attempted to establish an independent republic on the uninhabited island in 2008 by setting up residence in a blue tent. This unusual episode shows how the remote islet occasionally becomes the stage for unexpected events.
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Sardinia preserves traces of human settlement across thousands of years. The island presents prehistoric cult sites including sacred wells and burial mounds that show ancient rituals. Nuraghe towers from the Bronze Age still rise above the landscape, while Roman theaters and Punic temples mark later...
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