Nuraxi Gennas de Bentu
Su Nuraxi di Barumini is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the most famous example of Sardinia's Bronze Age Nuragic culture, an impressive complex of towers and a village.
Location
Su Nuraxi di Barumini is the epitome of Sardinia's Nuragic culture. This impressive archaeological site, excavated by archaeologist Giovanni Lilliu in the 1950s, is a unique testament to a highly developed Bronze Age civilization.
At its heart is a Nuraghe with a central tower and four surrounding towers, enclosed by a protective wall and the remains of an extensive Nuragic and later Punic-Roman village. Since 1997, Su Nuraxi has been a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering deep insights into the history of Sardinia.
Highlights
- UNESCO World Heritage site since 1997
- Complex Nuraghe construction with central tower and four secondary towers
- Remains of an extensive Nuragic village
- Excavations by Giovanni Lilliu in the 1950s
Tips
- Visit the adjacent museum for further insights.
- Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the site.
- Join a guided tour to learn more details.
- Combine your visit with other sights in the Marmilla region.
Practical information
Rules & notes
No specific rules or restrictions for visitors to Nuraxi Gennas de Bentu were found.
Parking
- Available Yes
Information about parking at Nuraxi Gennas de Bentu could not be found. However, there is general information about paid parking at beaches and archaeological sites in Sardinia. Therefore, availability is assumed, but the cost is unknown.
Visit duration
approx. 2 h
Zwei Stunden ist eine übliche Dauer für die Erkundung archäologischer Stätten ähnlicher Größe, aber die genaue Dauer für Nuraxi Gennas de Bentu ist unklar.
Admission
Guided tours
No information was found regarding available guided tours or audio guides at Nuraxi Gennas de Bentu.
Accessibility
There is no specific information about wheelchair accessibility at Nuraxi Gennas de Bentu.
Visitor notes
To reach the Nuraghe, one must use a dirt road. Sturdy footwear is recommended. Visitors should respect the surroundings and not remove any artifacts.
Attraction Features
- Recommended Visit Minutes60
Nuraxi Gennas 'e Bentu ist ein prähistorisches Nuraghen-Denkmal auf Sardinien, das typisch für die Nuraghenkultur der Bronzezeit ist. Diese Turmbauten spielten eine zentrale Rolle im Leben der damaligen sardischen Bevölkerung. Das Nuraghe liegt in der Region Sulcis-Iglesiente und ist eines von vielen Nuraghen, die die Landschaft Sardiniens prägen.
Opening hours
- Seasonal Yes
Opening hours may vary seasonally. No specific information was found.
