Ussaramanna facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ussaramanna
Soramànna
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| Comune di Ussaramanna | ||
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| Country | Italy | |
| Region | Sardinia | |
| Province | South Sardinia | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 9.7 km2 (3.7 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 157 m (515 ft) | |
| Population
(31 July 2010)
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| • Total | 579 | |
| • Density | 59.7/km2 (154.6/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Ussaramannesi | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
09020
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| Dialing code | 0783 | |
Ussaramanna, also known as Soramànna in the local Sardinian language, is a small town in Italy. It is a comune, which means it's a type of municipality or local government area. Ussaramanna is located in the Province of South Sardinia, which is part of the beautiful island region of Sardinia.
This town is about 60 kilometers (around 37 miles) northwest of Cagliari, a larger city. It's also about 15 kilometers (around 9 miles) north of Sanluri.
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About Ussaramanna
Ussaramanna is a quiet place with a small population. As of July 2010, about 579 people lived there. The town is located about 157 meters (515 feet) above sea level. This gives it a nice view of the surrounding area.
Neighboring Towns
Ussaramanna shares its borders with several other small towns. These include Baradili, Baressa, Pauli Arbarei, Siddi, and Turri. These towns are all part of the same region in Sardinia.
What Ussaramanna is Known For
The main way people in Ussaramanna make a living is through farming. The land around the town is very good for growing things.
Agriculture and Local Products
Farmers in Ussaramanna focus on two main crops:
- Grapes: They grow grapes to make wine.
- Olives: They also grow olives, which are used to produce olive oil. Both wine and olive oil are important products from this area.
Ancient History: The Nuraghe
The area around Ussaramanna has a very old history. You can find an ancient structure called the San Pietro nuraghe here. A nuraghe is a special type of stone building. These buildings were made by ancient people who lived in Sardinia many thousands of years ago. The San Pietro nuraghe stands about 165 meters (541 feet) above sea level. It is a reminder of the island's long past.
See also
For more information, check out the Kiddle page: Ussaramanna para niños
