Bortigiadas facts for kids
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Bortigiadas
Bultiggjata
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| Comune di Bortigiadas | |
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| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sardinia |
| Province | Sassari (SS) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 76.6 km2 (29.6 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 476 m (1,562 ft) |
| Population
(30 April 2017)
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| • Total | 760 |
| • Density | 9.92/km2 (25.70/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Bortigiadesi |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
07030
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| Dialing code | 079 |
Bortigiadas is a small town, also called a comune (municipality), located on the beautiful island of Sardinia in Italy. Its name in the local Gallurese language is Bultigghjata.
This charming place is found in the Province of Sassari. It's about 190 kilometers (118 miles) north of Cagliari, which is the capital city of Sardinia. It's also about 40 kilometers (25 miles) west of Olbia, another important city on the island.
Bortigiadas shares its borders with several other towns. These include Aggius, Perfugas, Santa Maria Coghinas, Tempio Pausania, and Viddalba.
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Welcome to Bortigiadas!
Bortigiadas is a small but interesting town in the northern part of Sardinia. It's a great example of a typical Italian comune. These towns are important for local life.
Where is Bortigiadas?
Bortigiadas is located in a lovely area of Sardinia. Sardinia is a large island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is known for its beautiful beaches and rugged inland areas. Bortigiadas is nestled among hills, about 476 meters (1,562 feet) above sea level. This gives it a nice view of the surrounding countryside.
What is a 'Comune'?
In Italy, a comune is like a local government area or a municipality. It's the smallest unit of local government. Each comune has its own mayor and local council. They manage things like local services, schools, and roads. Bortigiadas is one of many comuni in Italy.
Who is in Charge?
The person in charge of Bortigiadas is the mayor. As of April 2017, the mayor was Emiliano Deiana. The mayor works with a local council. They make decisions that help the town run smoothly. They also work to improve the lives of the people who live there.
How Big is Bortigiadas?
Bortigiadas covers an area of about 76.6 square kilometers (29.6 square miles). It is not a very large town in terms of population. As of April 2017, about 760 people lived there. People from Bortigiadas are called Bortigiadesi.
