The Romanesque is a medieval artistic and architectural movement, widespread between the tenth and thirteenth centuries in Europe.
In Sardinia there are several monuments of that era; the most famous architectural works are churches and cathedrals, such as the Basilica of San Gavino in Porto Torres, the Basilica of Saccargia in Codrongianos, the Basilica of San Simplicio in Olbia and the Cathedral of Sant’Antioco di Bisarcio in Ozieri.
The church of San Michele di Plaiano, locally known as Santu Miali de Li Piani, is one of the first examples of Romanesque architecture in Sardinia. It stands a few kilometers from Sassari, along the Buddi Buddi provincial road, in a small valley between hills. The ancient village of Plaiano Read more…
Near Oschiri, inside the cemetery, there is the small medieval church of San Demetrio… a little gem from the past! Even if today we are, in fact, close to the village, we can consider our destination as one of the ancient country churches in the area. The Oschiri cemetery is located on a hill... Read more…
Let’s continue the walk in the center of Sassari, started in the previous first part of the article. This second part is mainly dedicated to the most important religious places, including the Cathedral of San Nicola and the Church of Santa Maria di Betlem. Coming back to the most central area of... Read more…
The small village of Ardara is located on the hills in Logudoro. In this area, famous for important historical events, there are three churches, among the best examples of Sardinian Romanesque. These are the Basilicas of Santissima Trinità di Saccargia, of Sant’Antioco di Bisarcio and of Santa Maria del Regno; Read more…
In the district of Latte Dolce, in a square on the outskirts of Sassari, there is a surprising and unexpected monument… It is not an ancient statue, a majestic palace, a curious work of contemporary art… This time, we are faced with an authentic steam locomotive built in the early Read more…
Today we will visit Santa Giusta, small town in the province of Oristano, where there is a wonderful Romanesque basilica. The village of Santa Giusta is located on the banks of the homonymous pond, in a lake environment that reminds us the landscapes of Cabras. Read more…
Olbia is a small town on the coast in the north-east of Sardinia of great historical importance. The town is located in the middle of a fascinating natural amphitheater: a basin surrounded by hills and mountains; furthermore towards the sea, in the distance, we can see the square promontory of Read more…
In the area of Ozieri, in northern Sardinia, not far from Saccargia Basilica, there is the ex-cathedral of Sant’Antioco di Bisarcio, one of the greatest monuments of the Sardinian Romanesque. We tell you about a visit we made during the autumn, a few years ago… The church stands in the countryside... Read more…
Welcome to Anglona! Today we want to take you to visit the historic village of Castelsardo, using your computers and smartphones. In the map of this page you will find the most interesting places … choose someone and start exploring, thanks to the panoramic photos! Have a good trip! Read more…
The Basilica of Santissima Trinità di Saccargia is for many reasons an unforgettable monument. Here you will find one of the largest churches on the island, an important place of worship and one of the greatest masterpieces of Sardinian Romanesque. Since we reach the valley where the church stands, we Read more…