A Guide to Tortoli

Tortoli is the biggest town of the Ogliastra region; it is located between the sea and a great pool. It’s prolific economy is due to its close vicinity of the Port of Arbatax, the airport and various stunning
beaches.

Sights to see include the Church of St Lussurio and the Church of St Andrea. Along the streets of Tortoli visitors can admire the sculptures which are part of the 'Su logu de s’iscultura' project, the town of sculpture. The 's’imbudu' ritual is an event of ancient origins, an auction, in which he who makes the best offer gains the right to drive the Ox drawn cart with the statue of St Lussurio during the Celebrations in honor of the saint.

Within easy reach of Tortoli one finds Porto Frailis, Capo Bellavista, the Rocce Rosse, the Tower of St Gemiliano, the Orrì beach known also as the Musculedda, the Cea Beach and 'Scoglius Arrubius', the red cliffs of which have become a veritable natural monument. Gastronomes will enjoy the local speciality of 'Culurgiones alla mentuccia', prepared in the bay of Orrì in honour of the Festival of St Anna.