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Description
Tortoĺ
is the most populated village in Ogliastra stands near
Arbatax, the sea entrance to the whole region. The port and
the 3 category airport allow for direct connection with the
mainland. Its origin is uncertain, as its name apparently
deriving from “ilio”, which would support the theory that
the place was founded by fleeing Trojans. Other sources
claim that Tortoĺ means “land of the Turtledoves”.
The mainly flat territory is situated in a vast plain facing
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Tortoĺ is
one of the most renowned villages on the eastern coast, rich
in citrus groves, characterised by the unique beauty of its
coasts with plenty of peculiar reefs of red porphyry and
white beaches, such as Lido di Orŕ and
Porto Frailis which definitely stand out for the
whiteness of their sand and the limpidity of their waters.
Several tourist resorts, hotels and camping sites located in
some of the most beautiful coves on the coast, can welcome a
great number of tourists. Tortoĺ – Arbatax offer many
essential services for the perfect holiday.
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