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Villanovaforru

Population
584
Area
10.93 km²
Elevation
324 m
Website
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Overview

Villanovaforru is a small and charming municipality located in the heart of the Province of Sud Sardegna. With a population ranging from approximately 790 to 840 inhabitants, the village represents the authentic inland of the island. Situated in the historical region of Medio Campidano, it is characterized by its strategic location between the larger centers of Villacidro and Sanluri. The community offers visitors a peaceful insight into Sardinian rural life, defined by a modest social structure and deep roots within the regional administrative framework. As part of the autonomous region of Sardinia, the village preserves a cultural heritage closely linked to the geographical landscape and the history of the Campidano area.

Location

The municipality of Villanovaforru is located northwest of Cagliari, which is approximately 50 kilometers away. Within the Province of Sud Sardegna, the village is situated in close proximity to Sanluri, located just eight kilometers to the southeast. Additionally, about 22.5 kilometers separate the village from the town of Villacidro to the northwest. This positioning within Medio Campidano makes Villanovaforru a central point for exploring southern Sardinia, with the surrounding area characterized by the typical hilly landscape of the region.

Highlights

Proximity to Sanluri (8 km)Accessibility from Cagliari (approx. 50 km)Authentic atmosphere of Medio Campidano

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Sehenswertes in Villanovaforru

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Museo Archeologico Genna Maria
Kultur
0.1 km

Museo Archeologico Genna Maria

Im Herzen Sardiniens gelegen, ist das Museo Archeologico Genna Maria in Villanovaforru das älteste Zivilmuseum der Insel und beherbergt bedeutende Funde aus dem nahegelegenen Nuraghenkomplex Genna Maria.

Nuraghe Genna Maria
Kultur
1.3 km

Nuraghe Genna Maria

Nuraghe Genna Maria in Villanovaforru: Ein beeindruckender Nuraghenkomplex aus der Bronzezeit.

Nuraghe Mori Siliqua
Kultur
1.9 km

Nuraghe Mori Siliqua

Nuraghe Mori in Siliqua ist eine prähistorische Nuraghe auf Sardinien. Diese megalithische Steinstruktur stammt aus der Bronzezeit und zeugt von einer faszinierenden antiken Zivilisation.

Tomba dei giganti Su Cuaddu 'e Nixias
Kultur
2.2 km

Tomba dei giganti Su Cuaddu 'e Nixias

Die Gigantengrabstätte Su Cuaddu 'e Nixias in Lunamatrona ist eines der ältesten und ungewöhnlichsten Megalithgräber Sardiniens aus der Nuraghenzeit.

Nuraghe Sa Fogaia
Kultur
3.7 km

Nuraghe Sa Fogaia

Der Nuraghe Sa Fogaia ist eine komplexe prähistorische Anlage auf der Giara di Siddi. Er zeichnet sich durch seine strategische Lage und einzigartige Architektur aus.

Nuraghe Brunk 'e Cresia
Kultur
3.8 km

Nuraghe Brunk 'e Cresia

Nuraghe Brunk 'e Cresia ist eine bronzezeitliche Nuraghe im Herzen Sardiniens, ein Zeugnis der einzigartigen Nuraghenkultur, eingebettet in die Landschaft des Monte Arci.