Orosei facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Orosei
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| Comune di Orosei | |
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Orosei - panorama
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| Country | Italy |
| Region | Sardinia |
| Province | Nuoro (NU) |
| Frazioni | Sos Alinos |
| Area | |
| • Total | 91 km2 (35 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Population
(31 July 2016)
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| • Total | 7,025 |
| • Density | 77.2/km2 (199.9/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Oroseini |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
08028
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| Dialing code | 0784 |
Orosei (pronounced Oh-roh-SAY) is a charming town located on the beautiful island of Sardinia in Italy. It is a comune, which means it's like a local government area or municipality. Orosei is part of the Nuoro province. It is about 140 kilometers (around 87 miles) northeast of Cagliari, the capital city of Sardinia. It is also about 30 kilometers (around 19 miles) east of Nuoro.
This lovely town is home to about 7,000 people. It is known for its many churches, with at least 13 of them. Two important churches are San Giacomo Apostolo and Sa Preione Vezza. Orosei shares its borders with several other towns: Dorgali, Galtellì, Onifai, and Siniscola.
Beaches and Tourism
Orosei is a very popular place for tourists, especially because of its stunning beaches. The area offers many beautiful spots where visitors can relax and enjoy the sea.
Some of the well-known beaches and natural areas include:
- The Gulf of Orosei
- Cala Ginepro
- Sas Linnas Sicca Cala Liberotto
- Bidderosa Oasis
These locations are famous for their clear waters and natural beauty.
Local Traditions
The town of Orosei celebrates two important religious festivals each year. These festivals are dedicated to Sant'Isidoro and Santa Maria 'e Mare. During these celebrations, people often hold processions, which are parades where they walk together to honor the saints.
Climate
Orosei has a pleasant climate, typical of the Mediterranean region. The summers are generally warm and dry, while the winters are mild. The weather patterns over many years help us understand what to expect.
| Climate data for Orosei (1981-2010) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 15.8 (60.4) |
15.6 (60.1) |
18.1 (64.6) |
20.4 (68.7) |
24.3 (75.7) |
28.9 (84.0) |
32.1 (89.8) |
32.0 (89.6) |
28.9 (84.0) |
24.7 (76.5) |
20.0 (68.0) |
17.1 (62.8) |
23.1 (73.6) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 6.4 (43.5) |
5.8 (42.4) |
7.9 (46.2) |
10.3 (50.5) |
13.8 (56.8) |
17.9 (64.2) |
20.8 (69.4) |
21.0 (69.8) |
18.1 (64.6) |
14.5 (58.1) |
10.3 (50.5) |
7.8 (46.0) |
12.9 (55.2) |
| Average precipitation mm (inches) | 51.7 (2.04) |
45.0 (1.77) |
41.6 (1.64) |
44.6 (1.76) |
31.7 (1.25) |
16.3 (0.64) |
6.5 (0.26) |
10.9 (0.43) |
45.8 (1.80) |
77.5 (3.05) |
99.7 (3.93) |
87.5 (3.44) |
558.8 (22.00) |
| Source: Climatologia della Sardegna per il trentennio 1981-2010 | |||||||||||||
See also
In Spanish: Orosei para niños
