The spectacular village of San Giovanni di Sinis, with its characteristic fishermen's wooden and reed houses embellished by the ruins of the ancient city of Tharros, represents a historical-architectural jewel of inestimable value. We recommend spending one or two days here, starting from the small Paleochristian church and the main square before heading towards the archaeological site of Tharros. Founded in the 8th century BC, likely by the Phoenicians and later expanded by Carthage, it became one of the most important cities in the Mediterranean. From there, you can walk towards the Spanish tower of San Giovanni and continue to the lighthouse at Capo San Marco, the very tip of the Sinis peninsula. Wherever you look, the view is breathtaking; as the land begins to taper, the sea can be seen on both sides. The water on the left, where the ruins of Tharros are visible, is called Mare Morto (Dead Sea) because it is located inside the Gulf of Oristano and sheltered from the prevailing winds, while the sea on the right is outside the gulf, exposed to the elements and more frequently rough or choppy. After your walk, take some time to relax on the beach: from Capo San Marco you can head down to one of the coves—the enchanting La Caletta is a must—or go back to the main beach of San Giovanni, where shallow waters make it ideal for families and snorkeling enthusiasts. A panoramic tourist train is also available, offering two routes: one to the archaeological area and a second, more scenic path to the slopes of Capo San Marco. While visiting the area, you cannot miss San Salvatore, a medieval village that recalls the American Far West and is famous for the Corsa degli Scalzi (the Barefoot Race). This evocative event takes place in September and involves over 800 people in white robes carrying the statue of the saint barefoot along a long dirt road from Cabras to the village, which remains almost uninhabited for the rest of the year. The heart of this small town is its church, which houses a precious ancient hypogeum. Finally, for history buffs, the "Giovanni Marongiu" Civic Archaeological Museum in Cabras is located along the road leading back from San Giovanni; it hosts a vast collection of Nuragic finds, most notably the Giants of Mont'e Prama. These stone statues, standing over two meters high and dating back three thousand years, represent the most important archaeological discovery in the Mediterranean of the twentieth century.