Banari facts for kids
Banari (Bànari in the Sardinian language) is a small town, also called a comune (municipality), in the Italian region of Sardinia. It is located in the Province of Sassari, which is a part of Italy.
Banari is found about 150 kilometers (93 miles) north of Cagliari, a larger city in Sardinia. It is also about 20 kilometers (12 miles) southeast of Sassari. The town sits at an elevation of 419 meters (1,375 feet) above sea level.
Quick facts for kids
Banari
Bànari
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Comune di Banari | ||
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Country | Italy | |
Region | Sardinia | |
Province | Sassari (SS) | |
Area | ||
• Total | 21.25 km2 (8.20 sq mi) | |
Elevation | 419 m (1,375 ft) | |
Population
(30 April 2017)
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• Total | 575 | |
• Density | 27.059/km2 (70.08/sq mi) | |
Demonym(s) | Banaresi | |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Postal code |
07040
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Dialing code | 079 |
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What is a Comune?
A comune is like a local government area in Italy. It is similar to a town or a municipality. Each comune has its own mayor and local council.
Geography and Neighbors
Banari covers an area of about 21.25 square kilometers (8.20 square miles). It is surrounded by other towns and villages. These neighboring municipalities include Bessude, Florinas, Ittiri, and Siligo.
Population and People
As of April 2017, Banari had a population of 575 people. People from Banari are called Banaresi. The town is a quiet place with a small community.
Local Government
The mayor of Banari is Antonio Carboni. The mayor is the leader of the local government. They help manage the town and make decisions for its residents.