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Pedra Longa, Baunei | The sea monolith of Ogliastra
Pedra Longa
A 128-metre needle of limestone and dolomite planted in the Tyrrhenian: Pedra Longa has been a natural monument since 1993 and is one of Sardinia's most photographed silhouettes. The Selvaggio Blu starts here — and the best sunsets end here.
Details and how to get there
## The monument Geologists read it as a page of Mediterranean history; Sardinians simply call it "sa perda".
Around its base, rock platforms descend into deep, transparent water: one of the island's most scenic swims, with fish rising to inspect your feet.
## What to do - Swim and snorkel in the rock pools - Sunset aperitif at the seasonal kiosk - Via ferrata and climbing routes on the north face (experts, with guide) - Start of the Punta Giradili trail and the Selvaggio Blu
## The right moment At sunset the monolith turns from white to gold to pink: bring a sweater, sit on the rocks and let the show do the rest.
In summer, a night swim beneath the moonlit wall is a memory that stays.
At a glance
From I Mandorli: about 25 minutes by car
Access: scenic road from Baunei down to the sea
Activities: swimming, snorkelling, climbing, kiosk aperitif
Boutique Country Retreat in Ogliastra, Sardinia: 9 rooms, 42 m² Sa Barza pool among almond trees, breakfast, silence and nature.