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Cardedu
Comune di Cardedu
Beach of Sa perda e pera.
Beach of Sa perda e pera.
Coat of arms of Cardedu
Coat of arms
Country Italy
Region Sardinia
Province Nuoro (NU)
Area
 • Total 32.3 km2 (12.5 sq mi)
Elevation
49 m (161 ft)
Population
 (31 May 2017)
 • Total 1,925
 • Density 59.60/km2 (154.36/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Cardedesi
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
08040
Dialing code 0782

Cardedu is a lovely town, also known as a comune (which means municipality), located in the beautiful Italian region of Sardinia. It is part of the Province of Nuoro. Cardedu is found about 80 kilometers (50 miles) northeast of a larger city called Cagliari. It is also around 15 kilometers (9 miles) south of Tortolì.

Where is Cardedu?

Cardedu is located on the eastern coast of Sardinia. It sits about 49 meters (161 feet) above sea level. This town is surrounded by several other municipalities.

Neighboring Towns

Cardedu shares its borders with these towns:

Life in Cardedu

Cardedu is a small but lively place. As of May 2017, about 1,925 people lived there. People who live in Cardedu are called Cardedesi. The town covers an area of about 32.3 square kilometers (12.5 square miles).

Local Government

The mayor of Cardedu is Matteo Piras. He helps lead the town and make decisions for its people.

History of Cardedu

Cardedu is a relatively new town compared to many others in Italy. It was officially established in 1984. This means it has a more recent history as an independent municipality.

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