The ‘impossibly beautiful’ beaches on popular holiday island with clear blue waters and herds of sunbathing cows
AN ISLAND in Europe is home to beaches that have been described as “impossibly beautiful” and are even frequently visited by animals who seem to enjoy relaxing on its shores.
Herds of cows are regularly seen hanging out on the sand, looking out to sea, which is said to range in colour from azure to deep green.
The cows are Italian and live on Piscinni and Berchida beaches in Sardinia, two of a few places on the island where the cattle are known to enjoy a day out at the seaside.
They have become something of an attraction in their own right, with people heading to the shores to meet the bovine beach-goers, while also enjoying the stunning scenery.
The stretches of seaside are recommended by Italy Villas, who said it was “the picturesque sight that you can reasonably expect to behold, should you find a vacation rental in Sardinia and plan a day at the truly singular and unique beaches.”
They added: “Imagine, if you will, perfectly white, soft sand meeting crystal-clear, sparkling depths that range in hue from azure to deep green depending on the day.
“Oh, and on those sands, looking out into that impossibly beautiful sea, is a group of beige, cream, and tan cows, all laid out and enjoying the beach.”
Along with the cows, Berchida Beach has plenty of amenities and resources for families looking to enjoy a day out by the seaside.
It has showers, bathrooms, kiosks selling snacks, ice-creams, and drinks, as well as sun lounger and umbrella hire and canoe and pedal boat rentals.
Meanwhile, on the south coast, Piscinni Beach is literally known as “cow beach” because of its resident herd.
Casa Teulada included the bay in its list of the best beaches in Sardinia.
They said: “Piscinni Beach is also known as the ‘Cow beach‘ for the amazing number of cows that lay at the sun during the off season!
“It is quite spectacular both the view of this stretch of sand and the amount of animals sampling the ‘Dolce Vita’.
“Makes you think how life’s not too hard in Sardinia and milk must be very good indeed!”
One person who visited Berchida to meet the cows was Instagram user Giusi Casada, who shared video footage from their trip.
They wrote: “Every year, in spring, the wonderful Berchida beach is invaded by a herd of white cows.
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“[It has] very fine white sand and crystal clear water, in scenery among the most beautiful in Sardinia.”
Giusi’s followers were amazed by what they’d seen.
One wrote: “Heaven! This is how all animals should live.”
Another said: “These cows are living their best life and I’m jealous.”
A third added: “Something so unique and cool and different about this! Cows on a beach! Now imagine if it’s zebras or camels.”
Meanwhile, this island in Greece has peacocks and deer roaming its beaches.
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