Solanas

Welcome to Solanas, the seaside resort in the metropolitan city of Cagliari!

If you're looking for an oasis of tranquility just a few kilometers from the city, Solanas is the place for you. This seaside resort located about 36 kilometers from Cagliari and 12 kilometers from the municipality of Villasimius is a veritable administrative island of the municipality of Sinnai; it represents its portion that overlooks the sea. Far from the chaos and frenzy of the city, Solanas boasts a splendid territory that extends for over a kilometer of sandy beach, ideal for spending days at the sea with family and friends.

Physical geography: Let's discover the territory of Solanas

Solanas is a seaside resort located 16 kilometers from the municipality of Castiadas and represents a very popular tourist destination during holiday periods. The natural landscape of Solanas is characterized by a beautiful sandy beach that extends for over a kilometer and whose sea is clear and crystalline. The beaches adjacent to Solanas include Mari Pintau, Geremeas and Kala 'e Moru, Genn'e Mari, Cann'e Sisa.

The geographical location of Solanas makes it an administrative island of the municipality of Sinnai, which is 34 kilometers away, and the portion of the municipality closest to the sea, whose territory borders those of the municipalities of Maracalagonis and Villasimius.

Solanas: tranquility and crystal-clear sea just a few km away from Cagliari.

Revealing the history of Solanas

The first historical documents concerning Solanas date back to 1190-1206, when it appears on the map of the judge of Cagliari Guglielmo I Salusio IV with the name of ''Comita de Solanas''. As can be seen, the name Solanas remains the same to this day.

Despite the fact that historical research has never been deeply explored, there are many legends that are still linked to the history of Solanas.

Economy: A look at Solanas' touristic growth

Originally a small fishing village, today Solanas represents one of the most popular tourist destinations in the metropolitan city of Cagliari. Tourism is indeed one of the pillars of the local economy, with the opening of various restaurants and hotels on the coast.

Solanas is highly coveted for the presence of a beautiful sandy beach, as well as for its proximity to other renowned seaside resorts such as Mari Pintau, Geremeas and Kala 'e Moru.

Conclusion: What to see and do in Solanas

Solanas is the ideal place for those looking for an oasis of peace and tranquility just a few kilometers from the city. Its sandy beach extending for over 1 kilometer, with its crystalline sea, represents an opportunity to spend splendid days at the sea and relax. Tourism is also well-developed, with the presence of hotels and restaurants where you can taste local specialties. Solanas is easily accessible from various locations in the metropolitan city of Cagliari.

Sara Esposito
Wrote by Sara Esposito
Updated Tuesday, Jul 19, 2022