The area around Cala Domestica was once a centre for metal mining - especially silver and lead. Today, all that is visible of the former mines are the remnants of walls, shafts and stone buildings overgrown with vegetation.
The beach itself is made of fine golden sand and enclosed between two rock walls. The water here is crystal clear, with the turquoise hue one would expect to find in the Caribbean rather than in an industrial area.
Cala Domestica is easily accessible by car, lying just a few kilometres from the town of Buggerru, but it still retains a wild character. In high season you'll find a small bar and showers, but outside the main summer months everything is closed.
Parking is free, a few minutes' walk from the beach.
Don't forget a torch if you want to explore the tunnels and caves!
Our secret tip:
One of Cala Domestica's greatest features is the man-made tunnel carved into the rock - a legacy of the mining era. If you go through it, you'll reach a small, hidden beach that is often completely empty.
