Villacidro – The Sardinian amulet: The secrets of herbs

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Villacidro – The Sardinian amulet: The secrets of herbs

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Overview

Authentic experience
Connection with nature
History of Sardinia
Sardinian magic and tradition
Create your own amulet: Legends of Sardinia

Activity location

- Villacidro
- Villacidro, Sardegna, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

- Via Scuole, 89, 09039 Villacidro SU, Italia
- Villacidro, Sardegna, Italy

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Valid for 2 Hours, Villacidro – The Sardinian amulet: the secrets of herbs in Italian

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Italian

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Language options: Italian

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€25.00 x 2 Adults€50.00

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What's included, what's not

Participation in themed workshops inspired by Sardinian traditions.
Use of natural and local materials.
Creation of unique objects using artisanal techniques passed down through the generations.
An expert guide who shares the history and secrets of the Cogas.
Setting in picturesque and evocative locations surrounded by nature.
A sensory experience that engages all the senses: sight, smell, touch, and hearing.
A hands-on, experiential approach, where participants take centre stage.
Support throughout the workshop, with personalised assistance.
High-quality raw materials, handpicked to ensure authenticity and durability.
Opportunity to take home the items participants create as unique souvenirs.

Know before you book

Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Audio recording, Drones, Explosive substances, Firework, Intoxication, Littering, Smoking
Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

The activity begins with a visit to a house museum, where the daily life of a woman who, according to popular tradition, was branded a coga (witch) is depicted. Here, we will explore the legend in comparison with reality, immersing ourselves in the stories and beliefs of Sardinia in the past.

We will then continue with a journey through myths, rituals, and traditions related to nature. In an evocative corner decorated with symbolic and natural elements, participants will be able to touch local wild herbs and learn to recognise their properties and meanings.

Guided step by step, we will create a handcrafted amulet together, using the herbs we have collected and dried. During the workshop, we will explore in depth the symbolic role of each element and the importance of the ritual gesture, creating a unique object that brings together craftsmanship, history, and tradition.

Finally, the workshop will conclude with a moment of sharing around a fire (or in a cosy space in case of bad weather), where participants will be able to reflect on their experience, enjoy a herbal tea made from local herbs, and take home the amulet they made as a keepsake.