Sestu facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sestu
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| Comune di Sestu | ||
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Sardinia | |
| Frazioni | Cortexandra | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 48.32 km2 (18.66 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 44 m (144 ft) | |
| Population
(31 Dec 2014)
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| • Total | 20,542 | |
| • Density | 425.12/km2 (1,101.07/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Sestesi | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
09028
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| Dialing code | 070 | |
Sestu is a town in Italy. It is located on the island of Sardinia. Sestu is part of the Metropolitan City of Cagliari. This area is in the southern part of Sardinia. The town is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) north of Cagliari. Cagliari is the capital city of Sardinia.
Sestu is known as a comune. A comune is like a municipality or a local government area in Italy. It has its own local government. This government helps manage the town and its services.
Where is Sestu?
Sestu is found in the beautiful region of Sardinia. Sardinia is a large island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is west of the Italian mainland. The island is famous for its stunning beaches. It also has ancient ruins and a unique culture.
Sestu is close to Cagliari. Cagliari is a big port city. It has a long history. Being near Cagliari means Sestu is well-connected. It can easily access bigger city services.
People of Sestu
As of December 31, 2014, Sestu had about 20,542 people living there. People from Sestu are called Sestesi. The town covers an area of about 48.32 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized town.
The town is located at an elevation of 44 meters above sea level. This means it is not very high up. It is mostly on flat land.
How Sestu is Governed
Like all Italian comuni, Sestu has a mayor. The mayor is the head of the local government. The current mayor of Sestu is Maria Paola Secci. The mayor and the local council work together. They make decisions for the town. They manage things like schools, roads, and local services.
The official name of the town's government is Comune di Sestu. This shows it is a self-governing area. It has its own rules and administration.
See also
In Spanish: Sestu para niños
