Arbus (SU)
Latitude: 39.5269
Longitude: 8.5988
Population: 6189
Area: 269,12
Density: 23,00
Arbus is an Italian city located in the southern province of Sardinia
It is an agro-pastoral center known for its coastal towns of the Costa Verde and for the village of Ingurtosu
It is a popular tourist destination in spring and summer
The main beach, Piscinas , includes one of the largest dune systems in Europe
Places to visit include:
- Church of San Sebastiano, located in the city center, The first information about its construction dates back to the end of the 16th century, but the place of worship has more ancient origins
The structure of the building is very modest and its lines do not correspond to any architectural style, since it was built, extended and restored at different times
- The Church of the Blessed Virgin of Itria
Built around the first half of the 17th century, the church of the Beata Vergine Itria has kept its original structure with a balcony and two rooms
The church of Santa Barbara, located in the mining town of Ingurtosu, is divided into three naves, with a central vault, supported by imposing granite columns
Other places worth visiting are:
-The tomb of the Giants of Bruncu Espis, located in Funtanazza on the Costa Verde, has a straight front facade and a gallery with very prominent walls and a corridor ten meters long and just over a width
- the Nuraghe Cugui, which dates back to Nuragic civilization, has a three-tower structure, of which only one is accessible
- Nuraghe Narocci (or Cancedda), near Scivu beach
The nuraghe is located on the hill of Punta su Nuraxi, at 226 meters above sea level, overlooking the valley that descends towards the coast
Construction in the past has been an important checkpoint for the entire surrounding area
The nuraghe was declared of great cultural and archaeological interest and was protected by the Ministry of Cultural Heritage and Activities in October 2012 [16]