Tempio Pausania

Tempio Pausania serves as the administrative center and co-capital of the province of Gallura North-East Sardinia, located in the northeastern part of the island. The town, with a population of approximately 13,003 inhabitants, is not only a significant judicial seat but also the site of the Diocese of Tempio-Ampurias. Due to its well-preserved urban landscape and cultural significance, the municipality has been officially included in the list of I Borghi più belli d’Italia, highlighting its status as one of Italy's most attractive small towns. The combination of infrastructural importance and historical charm makes the community a central hub in the Gallura region, blending administrative duties with a high quality of life.

Geographically, Tempio Pausania is situated in the heart of Gallura in northeastern Sardinia. As a strategic hub within the province of Gallura North-East Sardinia, the town shares its capital status with the coastal city of Olbia. Its position as the seat of the Diocese of Tempio-Ampurias and the location of the local judiciary gives the municipality supra-regional importance for the surrounding rural areas. Through its administrative structure, the town is closely linked to the development of the northeastern region of the autonomous island of Sardinia.

The cultural identity of the town is significantly shaped by its religious and administrative traditions. As the seat of the Diocese of Tempio-Ampurias, it represents a spiritual center in Gallura. The recognition as one of I Borghi più belli d’Italia (the most beautiful villages in Italy) confirms the high aesthetic and historical value of its architecture and urban fabric. The urban structure reflects the typical characteristics of Gallurese settlements and gains additional social relevance through its status as the co-capital of the province.

Status as co-capital of the province of Gallura North-East SardiniaSeat of the historic Diocese of Tempio-AmpuriasRecognized as one of I Borghi più belli d’ItaliaCentral judicial seat of the northeastern region