Nughedu Santa Vittoria facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Nughedu Santa Vittoria
Nughedu Santa Itòria
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| Comune di Nughedu Santa Vittoria | ||
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Parish church.
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Sardinia | |
| Province | Oristano (OR) | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 28.6 km2 (11.0 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 533 m (1,749 ft) | |
| Population
(30 November 2017)
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| • Total | 474 | |
| • Density | 16.57/km2 (42.92/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Nughedesi | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
09080
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| Dialing code | 0783 | |
Nughedu Santa Vittoria (which is called Nughedu in the Sardinian language) is a small town in the Province of Oristano in Sardinia, Italy. It is located about 100 kilometers (62 miles) north of Cagliari and 40 kilometers (25 miles) northeast of Oristano. This charming comune (which means municipality or town) is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and ancient history.
Exploring Nughedu Santa Vittoria
Nughedu Santa Vittoria is surrounded by several other towns. These include Ardauli, Austis, Bidonì, Neoneli, Olzai, and Sorradile. The town is nestled in a lovely part of Sardinia, offering a peaceful environment.
Ancient History and Structures
This area is very old and has many interesting structures from prehistoric times. You can find several domus de janas here. These are ancient burial sites carved into rocks, often called "fairy houses" by locals. There is also a proto-nuraghe, which is an early type of the famous stone towers found all over Sardinia. These structures tell us a lot about the people who lived here thousands of years ago.
Town Government and People
Nughedu Santa Vittoria is governed by a mayor, who is Francesco Mura. The town has a small population of about 474 people (as of November 2017). People from Nughedu Santa Vittoria are called Nughedesi. The town covers an area of about 28.6 square kilometers (11 square miles) and is located at an elevation of 533 meters (1,749 feet) above sea level.
