The Domus de Janas, or Fairy Houses, are caves dug into the rock in ancient past (pre-nuragic era) in Sardinia and used as tombs.
In particular these names come from tradition; according to popular beliefs, the small rooms dug in the rock was inhabited by fairies. Historians have rather discovered and confirmed the use of these cavities as tombs, in which the deceased were placed in a fetal position.
These sepulchres are widespread all over the island; in fact, in some places single tombs were found, in others structured necropolises.
On today’s trip we go a few kilometers from Oniferi, in the heart of Barbagia, to discover the necropolis of Sas Concas. Probably this is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in central Sardinia! It is an ancient funerary complex that dates back to the Neolithic; here we find Read more…
Not far from the charming town of Alghero there is the Necropolis of Anghelu Ruju, one of the most important and fascinating archaeological sites in Sardinia. Discovered by chance in 1903, this ancient necropolis offers visitors a unique experience, in a place where time seems to have stopped. © Printmaps.net Read more…
The Oschiri area is very inviting for walking in nature to discover historical monuments, among which the most surprising is the rock altar of Santo Stefano. Today we will take a walk in the countryside, among rolling hills… Read more…
Today we will discover the Domus de Janas between Sassari and Porto Torres, in particular of the site of Su Crucifissu Mannu. Several necropolises have been found throughout the area surrounding Sassari; so we know that this region has been populated and frequented since antiquity. In addition to arousing historical Read more…
During a cold and clear winter day, we decide to visit one of the most fascinating historical sites: the archaeological area of Monte D’Accoddi , near Porto Torres. Unlike nuraghi, domus de janas and sacred wells which are widespread in Sardinia, here there is the only ziggurat in the island Read more…
Let’s go back to the Valle dei Nuraghi once again, to discover another place of great importance: the site of Sant’Andrea Priu. The place is known for the stupendous neolithic necropolis, one of the most grandiose complexes of domus de janas in Sardinia; here, however, we will also find works Read more…
This is our new journey in western Sardinia, in the area known as Nuraghi Valley. We can easily reach this place from the Cagliari–Sassari road (SS131). At the center of the valley there is a vast plain with many interesting historical sites… Our destination today, near Torralba, is the splendid Read more…
Christmas 2017 is almost upon us, so we have chosen to show you some places that are well suited to traditions… We will see famous places carved into the rock, that reminds us of the caves present in many nativity scenes! Continue reading and find out where we are! Read more…