Il Villaggio fantasma di Ingurtosu
Arbus
Ingurtosu was born in the mid-800 in the Valley of Souls, a few kilometers from the dunes of Piscinas. It was the center of the Ingurtosu Mines and was inhabited until 1970. Today there are few buildings left, including the wonderful 'Castle' and the abandoned ruins.
Naracauli - Vecchie Miniere
Arbus
The mines began their work in 1855, and at the time they had a great extraction function. The territory was rich in minerals: zinc, silver, lead, and numerous other elements of great value. In the 1900s the area was transformed into a lavatory by Lord Brassey that included different processes of treating these minerals. Currently, the area is taken care of by the Municipality and is also used as teaching material for all interested parties.
Villaggio Nuragico Genna Maria
Collinas
(25 Km)
The Nuragic Village Genna Maria is located in the town of Collinas. The site was in excellent condition until, in the 9th century, it was destroyed due to a collapse. Only the walls were destroyed, in fact, the apical were saved together with a large number of supelletiles; about 7000. Research is currently underway and part of the complex is still to be excavated.
Castello Salvaterra
Iglesias
(24 Km)
Salvaterra Castle was built in the Middle Ages on the homonymous hill in the municipality of Iglesias. It was also called Castello di San Guantino, as inside it houses a chapel dedicated to the saint. The original structure has reported changes over the centuries. Currently, the building remains only the main part of remarkable charm and architectural harmony.
Castello giudicale
Sanluri
(26 Km)
Built between the 13th and 14th centuries, the castle was the scene of important historical events throughout the Judicial period, given the border position between Cagliari and Arborea.
Castello Gioiosa Guardia
Villamassargia
(28 Km)
The Gioiosa Guardia Castle was built in the 13th century to defend the Cixerri Valley. He maintained his military function even during the wars between the Judicato of Arborea and the Kingdom of Sardinia.
Chiesa parrocchiale di Nostra Signora delle Grazie
Sanluri
(26 Km)
It was rebuilt between 1781 and 1786 based on an existing church, of which remains the Gothic tower, largely modified and raised to match the Baroque style of the collection. It hosts the altarpiece of St. Anne from 1576.
Torre di Cala Domestica
Buggerru
(22 Km)
The tower of Cala Domestica is located in the municipality of Buggerru. The building was built in 1577. It has a cylindrical limestone structure and is 11 meters high.
Mura Pisane e Torri
Iglesias
(24 Km)
The Pisan Walls together with the Towers surround the city of Iglesias at the historic center for a perimeter equal to 1600 meters. The Walls were particularly massive and typically medieval. They were interspersed with twenty-three towers and could only be overcome through four doors. Beyond the Walls, four other neighborhoods were kept called Castello, Fontana, Santa Chiara and Mezzo.
Montevecchio
Guspini
(4 Km)
Montevecchio is a mining compendium located in the Province of Medio Campidano, in the municipalities of Guspini and Arbus. The village is a small area in the municipality of Guspini. Montevecchio has several industrial and mining monuments and is part of the Historical and Environmental Geo-mining Park of Sardinia, part of the network GEO-PARKS Site.
Museo dell' Arte Mineraria
Iglesias
(25 Km)
The Museum of Mining was established in 1998. Inside the Museum it is possible to observe the machines that were used during the late 19th century in the mines and about 400 meters of galleries used as a refuge during the bombings of the Second War. World Cup.
Museo Archeologico
Arborea
(27 Km)
The Archaeological Museum of Arborea is located in the Archaeological Hall of MUB, and is managed by the Municipality. It is a large collection of ancient excavations, dating back almost two centuries ago in the area, which demonstrate the evolution of Arborea since its beginnings. The museum is available to all interested parties. The most important items are metal jewelry.
Centro Studi e Documentazione "G. B. Tuveri"
Collinas
(24 Km)
The Study and Documentation Center “G. B. Tuveri” is an institution founded to honor one of the most illustrious people in the city: Giovanni Battista Tuveri. He was a well-known journalist, philosopher, parliamentarian and writer. In fact, here we can observe documents and testimonies of the character in question. Its headquarters is located in the former Monte Granatico, adjacent to the birthplace.
Museo etnografico dei Frati Cappuccini
Sanluri
(24 Km)
The museum is set inside the Capuchin monastery, situated on one of the most scenic hills of the area a short distance from the medieval castle. Inside we find a collection of sacred art from the 15th century, local products, work tools used.
Museo Civico Archeologico "Genna Maria"
Villanovaforru
(26 Km)
The Civic Archaeological Museum of Genna Maria is located in the Palazzo del Monte di Soccorso. Archaeological materials found in the archaeological area near the nuragic complex of Genna Maria are exhibited. Among the objects there are some ceramics from the Nuragic and Byzantine era. Very special are the collections of instruments of worship of the IX-VIII century.
La chiesa di San Lorenzo
Sanluri
(26 Km)
Built in the 14th century, it's situated in the old village. Over the centuries it has undergone changes, the roof was rebuilt, the chapels of St. Lawrence and the Virgin Itria and the facade was built a porch.
Chiesa di San Martino Vescovo
Sanluri
(26 Km)
Built in the 13th century in Romanesque style, although over the centuries has undergone several changes. It shows a single nave, a semicircular apse and trusses.
La chiesa di San Pietro
Sanluri
(26 Km)
Built in Romanesque style, it preserves a gilded wooden altar dating to the early 1700s, some 18th century paintings, a wooden statue of St. Peter of the 14th century and the altarpiece of S. Eligio.
Chiesa di Santa Barbara
Villacidro
(14 Km)
The the main church of Villacidro is situated on Piazza S. Barbara. It dates back to the sixteenth century, but in the seventeenth it was rebuilt in Baroque style. The bell tower was built between 1639-1756. The bronze door is from the year 1992.
La chiesa di Sant’Anna
Sanluri
(26 Km)
It dates back to at least the 16th century, inside there are the very old statues of Our Lady of Mount Caramel and the statue of St. Anne.