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What is Porto Rafael and why is it so special?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Porto Rafael<\/strong> is a place that seems suspended in time. Born from the idea of a Spanish nobleman<\/strong>Count Rafael Neville<\/strong>this seaside village has never pursued excessive worldliness, preferring to keep its essence intact. You will not find big discos or chaos, but small beaches<\/strong>, white houses<\/strong> and one square<\/strong> which has become the real meeting point<\/strong> of the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Those who visit Porto Rafael immediately feel a sense of calm. Its marina of Porto Rafael<\/strong>with the marina<\/strong> elegant and the yacht<\/strong> docking, gives a touch of exclusivity without ever losing the intimate atmosphere of a small village by the sea<\/strong>. It is this combination of simplicity and charm that makes it different from other tourist destinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It all began in 1958<\/strong>when Count Rafael Neville<\/strong>, born in Malaga<\/strong> e raised in a family<\/strong> aristocrat, decided to create a unique project. He left Spain<\/strong> after the spanish civil war<\/strong> and even though he is on his way to profession of architect with a degree<\/strong>he chose a different path. Rafael though<\/strong> did not pursue a real career as an architect<\/strong>but gave rise to places that remain symbols of elegance and innovation today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The first piece of land<\/strong> bought it in Palau<\/strong>, in the Punta Sardegna land<\/strong>also exploiting a his grandmother's land<\/strong>. There was born the Rafael's first home<\/strong>which would start the creation of his last dream<\/strong>a village that was harmony between nature and architecture. The first project<\/strong> revolved around a small small square and a few white houses<\/strong>destined to become the heart of the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The square project<\/strong> was fundamental. Same name 'the town hall of Porto Rafael'<\/strong>or rather, the central square, immediately became the symbol of the village. Here people still gather, families stroll, and in summer tourists dance in honour of Count<\/strong>. It is no coincidence that she has been called the true soul of the village, so much so that today bears his name<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Around the square stand the characteristic small white houses<\/strong>built with respect for the surrounding environment and the huge granite rocks<\/strong> typical of the Gallura<\/strong>. This architectural choice was not accidental: it represented the desire to merge nature and housing without encroaching on the beauty of the landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Porto Rafael, the view opens onto one of the most fascinating views of the Sardinia<\/strong>: the bay and 7 enchanted islands<\/strong> of theLa Maddalena archipelago<\/strong>. The panorama includes the islands of the La Maddalena archipelago<\/strong>which, with their colours and unspoilt nature, make every sunset an unforgettable experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The proximity to the Magdalena for Palau<\/strong> also makes Porto Rafael a strategic point for those who want to explore the wonders of these islands. It is no coincidence that the entire village has become an integral part of the tourist legend linked to the north of the Sardinia<\/strong>without ever losing its identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rafael dragged the whole jet-set<\/strong> of the time in this corner of Sardinia. His idea was not to build a mundane place like Porto Cervo<\/strong>created by the founder of Costa Smeralda<\/strong>but a discreet refuge for celebrities<\/strong> and friends. Right during a dinner<\/strong> o during a dinner at home<\/strong>many famous guests were enchanted by the village and decided to invest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Despite its influence, rafael though<\/strong> always remained true to the original idea: an intimate place, far from excess. This made Porto Rafael stand out from other destinations such as the Costa del Sol<\/strong>, then there was Marbella<\/strong> or even his next project, Puerto de Mogan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The village is part of the Municipality of Palau<\/strong>a few kilometres from the main centre. Despite its small size, Porto Rafael has contributed to making Palau one of Sardinia's most refined tourist destinations. The connection is strong not only geographically, but also culturally: those who visit Palau can hardly resist the charm of the village created by the Count Rafael<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Today, Porto Rafael is a resort that preserves its authenticity intact. Despite tourist development, it has never succumbed to wild building speculation. Le small white houses<\/strong>, the square<\/strong> and the marina<\/strong> continue to tell a story of harmony and respect for nature. Inhabitants and visitors alike are jealous guardians of this legacy, aware that Porto Rafael's true strength lies in its discretion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Strolling through the narrow streets you can still feel the atmosphere of when arrived for the first time in Sardinia<\/strong> the Count, and when he began his discovery of Sardinia<\/strong>. Although decades have passed, this place remains true to the original dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To speak of Porto Rafael is to speak of beauty<\/strong>. A beauty that is not ostentatious, that does not need great infrastructures to be noticed. It is the beauty of a village that lives in symbiosis with the sea, with theisland<\/strong>with the wind and the people who love it. That is why Porto Rafael continues to be not only a tourist destination, but a place of the soul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What is Porto Rafael?<\/strong> Who founded Porto Rafael?<\/strong> When was Porto Rafael born?<\/strong> Where is Porto Rafael?<\/strong> What makes Porto Rafael different from Porto Cervo?<\/strong> What can you see in Porto Rafael?<\/strong> Who frequented Porto Rafael in the 1960s?<\/strong> What is the connection between Porto Rafael and Palau?<\/strong> What is the heart of Porto Rafael?<\/strong> Why visit Porto Rafael today?<\/strong> Porto Rafael: il gioiello nascosto tra Palau e la Sardegna pi\u00f9 autentica Quando si parla di Porto Rafael, si entra in un mondo fatto di eleganza discreta, natura incontaminata e […]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":82552,"parent":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[19132],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-82531","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-destinazioni-sardegna"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82531","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=82531"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/82531\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/82552"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=82531"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=82531"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.yepsea.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=82531"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}The origins of Port Rafael: Rafael Neville's vision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The small square and the white houses: the heart of Porto Rafael<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe magic of La Maddalena as seen from Porto Rafael<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Rafael Neville and the international jet-set<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The connection with Palau and the Palau Municipality<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Porto Rafael today: what to expect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Discreet beauty and eternal charm<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
FAQ on Porto Rafael<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
It is a small tourist village in Sardinia, near Palau, famous for its white houses, small square and small harbour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The village was created by Count Rafael Neville, a Spanish nobleman born in Malaga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The foundation dates back to 1958, with the first projects completed in 1960.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is located a few kilometres from Palau, in the north of Sardinia, facing the Maddalena archipelago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Porto Rafael is more intimate and discreet, designed to accommodate the jet-set without worldly excess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The small square, the white houses, the small harbour and the splendid views of the Maddalena archipelago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many celebrities from the international jet-set were attracted by the unique atmosphere of the village.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Porto Rafael is part of the municipality of Palau and is closely linked to its tourist identity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The small square, often called 'the town hall of Porto Rafael', where events and meetings take place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For an authentic experience of nature, discreet elegance and fascinating history.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"