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Triei
Comune di Triei
Panorama of Triei
Panorama of Triei
Coat of arms of Triei
Coat of arms
Country Italy
Region Sardinia
Province Nuoro (NU)
Frazioni Ardali
Area
 • Total 28.5 km2 (11.0 sq mi)
Elevation
140 m (460 ft)
Population
 (Dec. 2004)
 • Total 1,148
 • Density 40.28/km2 (104.33/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
08040
Dialing code 0782
Patron saint Sts. Cosmas and Damian

Triei is a small town, also called a comune, in the Sardinia region of Italy. It is located in the province of Nuoro. About 1,000 people live here.

The town is about 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of Cagliari. It is also about 11 kilometers (7 miles) north of Tortolì. Triei shares its borders with several other towns. These include Baunei, Lotzorai, Talana, and Urzulei.

A Look at Triei's Past

When Was Triei First Mentioned?

The name "Triei" was first written down in a document from 1316. At that time, it was part of an old kingdom called the Giudicato of Cagliari. Later, it became part of the Giudicato of Gallura.

Who Ruled Triei Through History?

Over the centuries, different groups ruled Triei.

  • First, it was under the control of Pisa.
  • Then, in 1323, the Aragonese took over.
  • In 1479, Spain began to rule the area.
  • Later, in 1708, Austria was in charge.
  • Finally, in 1720, it became part of the Piedmont region.

The Lost Village of Osono

There was once an old village called Osono. It was located on the Osono plateau. We know about this village from records dating back to 1217.

Cool Places to See in Triei

Triei has some interesting historical sites you can visit.

  • The Nuraghe Tomb of the Giants: This is an ancient burial site. It was found in 1989. These tombs are very old structures from the Nuragic civilization in Sardinia.
  • Church of San Cosma e Damiano: This church was built a long time ago. Its construction happened between the 16th and 17th centuries. It is dedicated to Sts. Cosmas and Damian.

How Triei's Population Has Changed

This section shows how the number of people living in Triei has changed over many years. You can see the population numbers from 1861 up to 2001.

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