Cossoine facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cossoine
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| Comune di Cossoine | |
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| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sardinia |
| Province | Sassari (SS) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 38.17 km2 (14.74 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 529 m (1,736 ft) |
| Population
(31 December 2017)
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| • Total | 847 |
| • Density | 22.190/km2 (57.47/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Cossoinesi |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
07010
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| Dialing code | 079 |
Cossoine is a charming small town, also known as a comune (municipality), located on the beautiful island of Sardinia in Italy. It is part of the Province of Sassari. This historic town is about 140 kilometers (87 miles) north of Cagliari, which is Sardinia's capital city. It is also about 35 kilometers (22 miles) southeast of Sassari, another important city on the island. Cossoine is home to about 847 people, making it a peaceful place to live or visit.
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Discover Cossoine: A Sardinian Gem
Cossoine is nestled in a lovely part of Sardinia. It shares its borders with several other municipalities. These include Bonorva, Cheremule, Giave, Mara, Padria, Pozzomaggiore, Romana, Semestene, and Thiesi. This location means Cossoine is surrounded by the natural beauty and quiet landscapes of inland Sardinia.
What to See in Cossoine
Cossoine might be small, but it has some amazing historical buildings to explore. These sights tell stories of the past and show off different styles of architecture.
Ancient Churches
Two churches stand out as important landmarks in Cossoine:
- Santa Maria Iscalas: This church is a fantastic example of Byzantine architecture. This style of building was common in the Eastern Roman Empire. Santa Maria Iscalas was built a very long time ago, between the 6th and 11th centuries. Imagine how many generations have walked through its doors!
- Santa Chiara: This church shows a mix of different building styles. It combines elements of Romanesque architecture, which is known for its strong, round arches, and Gothic architecture, famous for its tall, pointed arches and stained glass. It also has features from the Aragonese style, which was popular in the 16th century when the church was built. This mix of styles makes Santa Chiara truly unique.
Local Government
Like all Italian comuni, Cossoine has its own local government. The town is led by a mayor. As of now, the mayor of Cossoine is Sabrina Sassu. The local government helps manage the town's services and looks after the community.
See also
In Spanish: Cossoine para niños
