Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia
The Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia is an impressive example of a collective burial site from the Bonnanaro culture, built between 1700-1400 BCE.
Location
The Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia is a fascinating archaeological site in Sardinia, offering insights into the Bronze Age. These Giant Tombs, also known as "Tumbas de sos zigantes", are characteristic collective burial sites of the Bonnanaro culture.
The structure in Lassia was built with large trachyte blocks and has preserved parts of its original structure over the millennia, including the impressive perimeter slabs. It is a testament to the complex burial rituals and advanced construction techniques of ancient Sardinian inhabitants.
Visitors can experience the archaic atmosphere here and admire the monumental construction of these prehistoric tumuli, whose form is often said to resemble a bovine protome.
Highlights
- Authentic example of a Giant's Tomb
- Preserved trachyte blocks and perimeter slabs
- Insight into the Bonnanaro culture (1700-1400 BCE)
- Typical design of a Sardinian Nuragic burial site
Tips
- Wear sturdy shoes for uneven terrain.
- Study information materials in advance for context.
- Bring a camera for detailed shots.
- Combine your visit with other nearby Nuragic sites.
Practical information
Rules & notes
No information available regarding restrictions or rules for 'Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia'.
Parking
- Available Yes
A trail description for a 'Tomba dei Giganti' mentions parking, but there is no specific information for 'Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia'.
Visit duration
Die verlinkten Quellen beziehen sich auf andere "Tombe dei Giganti". Für die Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia sind keine spezifischen Informationen zur Dauer bekannt.
Admission
The linked sources show that entry to the various Tombe dei Giganti ranges between 0 and 4 euros, but there is no specific information for Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia.
Guided tours
- Available No
- Audio guide No
One source suggests there's no booking system, timed tickets, or costs for audio panels, which might indicate a lack of guided tours. No specific information for 'Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia'.
Accessibility
As this might be an archaeological site with natural paths and no specific information is available, wheelchair accessibility cannot be confirmed.
Visitor notes
For some Tombe dei Giganti, entry is free and possible at any time, while for others there are opening hours and entrance fees. As no specific information is available for the 'Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia', it is advisable to seek local information.
Attraction Features
Die Gigantengräber von Lassia befinden sich am Rande des Abbasanta-Plateaus, in einem weiten Gebiet Zentralsardiniens, das reich an archäologischen Zeugnissen ist.
Opening hours
Various opening hours were found for 'Tombe dei Giganti' in the sources, e.g., daily 9 AM-7 PM, 10 AM-6 PM, or 10 AM-1 PM and 4 PM-7 PM, often closed on Mondays. There are no specific times available for the 'Tomba dei Giganti di Lassia'. Some are also freely accessible at any time.
