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It is important to note that the centre of Bosa is quite extensive, though the population does not exceed 10.000 inhabitants. The Centro Storico (Historic Centre) of the town is spread over the east/west slopes of Serravalle hill, on whose summit stands the Castello dei Malaspina. There is a steep descent to the banks of the river Temo, which cuts through the town from east to west. The sea lies approximately 1 mile from the centre of town. From the river, which is navigable, one can see breathtaking views of the town and surrounding countryside.
It is possible to go on excursions which include river and sea cruises - on various types of vessel operated by professionals, or to rent individual canoes, pedaloes or dinghys. If you want to be close to the sea you should search for accommodation in Bosa Marina or Porto Alabe, which are approximately 1-5 miles distant respectively from the town centre. Bosa Marina is the easier option because it is nearer to Bosa, but it is less picturesque because, being completely flat, there are not many sea views from the buildings. Porto Alabe on the other hand is built on the slope of a hill facing the sea.
Nearly all the buildings here have beautiful views and often have attractive terraces on which you can sit and watch the amazing sunsets. If, on the other hand, you are looking for an atmosphere of history, then the Centro Storico would be the perfect solution. Its lanes weave up the hillside, lined with vividly coloured houses of unusual design. The unique views over the Cathedral, Ponte Vecchio and river valley to the east, and over the roofs of the buildings towards the sea in the west make this a fascinating and romantic choice. It is wise, though, to remember that the narrow lanes of the Centro Storico are not negociable by car and tend to be quite steep. Moreover the typical buildings in Bosa's Centro Storico are narrow and tall, with one or two rooms per floor, and can often be five floors high.
This type of accommodation can therefore prove tiring or unsuitable for elderly or handicapped people with mobility problems, or women in advanced stages of pregnancy. It is also necessary to point out that not all the buildings in the Centro Storico have good views and practical terraces. It is worth reading the advertisement details carefully, and perhaps asking for further details to be provided. The other housing solutions we offer are outside the town and offer different views sometimes including vistas of both sea and countryside, or the typical mediterranean agrarian houses with vineyards or olive groves. The last option is housing within the town area spreading along the river banks, bordered by the Centro Storico on the east and the sea on the west. People choosing this type of accommodation are usually more interested in a practical solution than a picturesque one. This area lies halfway between the sea and the town centre, is usually cheaper, and has no parking problems.