Founded in the 12th century, Alghero is a delightful, walled old town, drizzled in beauty, culture and history. Occupied by the Catalans for over four hundred years, Spanish influence is everywhere - from the seven defensive towers proudly guarding the harbour to the flamboyant churches visible behind pale bastion walls and the Catalan street signs to the melodic local dialect, touches of Spain remain. Hiding behind the town walls, you'll discover tiny, cobbled streets meandering beneath wrought-iron, flower-filled balconies and shuttered windows. Cosmopolitan shops, genteel bars and sophisticated hotels add to Alghero's elegant air.
