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Look at the unique cultural monument - the structure of the prehistoric era.
How to see Nuraghe - ancient structure of an unknown civilization on Sardinia
Near the village Barumini is a unique cultural monument, which has no analogues anywhere in the world. This little-studied and impressive construction has attracted for several decades hundreds of scientists trying to unravel the purpose of this prehistoric site. Try to find an answer to this question and you for one day become a real explorer.

To get to the village of Barumini you can by bus from the city of Cagliari, it takes about two hours. The bus departs from Cagliari at 2:15 pm, returning back the next day at 6:10 am. So you can completely stop for the night in the village, and in the morning to go back. Tickets must be purchased at the special ticket office next to the complex.

Together with the tour group, which meets every half an hour, you will learn all the moves of this monument, see Nuraghe - magnificent tower, which was built before our era, you will glance into the well, which goes back to a few tens of meters. An experienced guide will take you to the closed rooms of buildings, where you would think that you are in a cave.

Where to do?

#3Su Nuraxi (Barumini) on SardiniaSu Nuraxi (Barumini)

A unique complex of buildings of the prehistoric era, which is steeped in mystery and riddles, and included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Location: Barumini
Open hours: from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm

How much?

€10 for a guided tour.

Tips and hints

tours are offered every half hour from 9:00 am until 7:00 pm.
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