Sedini facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sedini
Séddini
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| Comune di Sedini | ||
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Sardinia | |
| Province | Sassari (SS) | |
| Frazioni | Littigheddu | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 40.51 km2 (15.64 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 350 m (1,150 ft) | |
| Population
(31 December 2012)
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| • Total | 1,352 | |
| • Density | 33.374/km2 (86.44/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Sedinesi | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
07035
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| Dialing code | 079 | |
Sedini (called Séddini in the local Sardinian language) is a small town in Italy. It is known as a comune, which is like a municipality or local government area. Sedini is located on the beautiful island of Sardinia.
This town is part of the Province of Sassari, which is in the northern part of Sardinia. Sedini is about 180 kilometers (112 miles) north of Cagliari. Cagliari is the capital city of Sardinia. It is also about 25 kilometers (16 miles) northeast of Sassari, another important city on the island. Sedini is found in a traditional area called Anglona.
Where is Sedini?
Sedini is located in a lovely part of northern Sardinia. It sits at an elevation of about 350 meters (1,148 feet) above sea level. The town covers an area of about 40.51 square kilometers (15.64 square miles).
Sedini shares its borders with several other towns. These include Bulzi, Castelsardo, Laerru, Nulvi, Santa Maria Coghinas, Tergu, and Valledoria.
People of Sedini
The people who live in Sedini are called Sedinesi. As of December 31, 2012, there were about 1,352 people living in the town. This makes Sedini a small and friendly community.
What to see in Sedini
One of the most important places to visit in Sedini is the Church of San Nicola di Silanis. This old church was built a very long time ago, even before the year 1122. It is a great example of the history and architecture of the area.
How Sedini is Governed
Like other towns in Italy, Sedini has a local government. The town is led by a mayor. The current mayor of Sedini is Salvatore Carta. The mayor helps manage the town and make decisions for its people.
