Siliqua, Sardinia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Siliqua Silìcua  (Sardinian)
Comune
Comune di Siliqua
Coat of arms
Country	Italy
Region	Sardinia
Province	South Sardinia
Area
• Total	190.4 km2 (73.5 sq mi)
Elevation	66 m (217 ft)
Population  (30 June 2008)
• Total	4,046
• Density	21.250/km2 (55.037/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Siliquesi
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	09010
Dialing code	0781

Siliqua (called Silìcua in the local Sardinian language) is a small town, also known as a comune or municipality. It is located on the beautiful island of Sardinia in Italy. You can find Siliqua about 25 kilometers (around 15 miles) northwest of Cagliari, which is the capital city of Sardinia.

As of 2008, Siliqua was home to about 4,046 people. The town covers an area of about 190.4 square kilometers (about 73.5 square miles).

Discover Siliqua's History and Nature

Siliqua is a place with interesting history and natural beauty. Here are some of the main spots you can explore:

The Ancient Castle of Acquafredda

• The Castle of Acquafredda is a very old castle from the 13th century. It stands high up, looking over the Cixerri river valley.
• This castle was first built by a count named Ugolino della Gherardesca.
• Over time, different groups owned the castle, including the Aragonese rulers and other important families in Sardinia. It's a great place to imagine knights and old battles!

Mysterious Domus de Janas

• Around Siliqua, you can find several Domus de janas. These are ancient tombs carved into rocks, which means "houses of the fairies" or "houses of the witches" in Sardinian.
• They were used by people who lived in Sardinia thousands of years ago. It's like stepping back in time to see how ancient people buried their dead.

Monte Arcosu Nature Reserve

• If you love nature, you'll enjoy the natural reserve of Monte Arcosu.
• This area is protected to keep its plants and animals safe. It's a wonderful place to see local wildlife and enjoy the outdoors.