Discover Nurallao: Archaeology, Waterfalls and Local Cuisine

Nurallao appeals to travellers who want to combine historical sites and experiences in nature during one stay. The area’s special features range from culture and forests to culinary discoveries. When choosing a holiday apartment in Nurallao, it can be helpful to consider these different focal points: culture, forests and water, or local cuisine.

The Tomb of the Giants of Aiodda

The megalithic Tomb of the Giants of Aiodda is located in the surrounding area of Nurallao and was excavated archaeologically in 1979. Its distinctive inverted-boat shape and dating to the 15th century BC give this site a striking historical profile. This makes the past tangible for you: its unusual form makes the monument a particularly accessible way to engage with early history.

Forests, water and the Rio Sarcidano

Nature is particularly evident at Funtana is Arinus. The forested park lies in the hills of the historic Sarcidano region, a few kilometres from Nurallao town centre. Its vegetation includes oaks, holm oaks and Mediterranean maquis. At Funtana is Arinus, a marked forest trail leads to the main waterfall and smaller cascades. At Funtana is Arinus, the Rio Sarcidano forms the 20-metre-high Su Craddaxioleddu waterfall. This allows you to shape the nature part of your plans around forests, water and vegetation.

Roman and Nuragic sites

The Roman remains of Sa Bidda Becia include the remains of houses, roads and wells belonging to a village. The Nuragic spring sanctuary temple of Nieddìu is located in a forested area. The SAN – Spazio Archeologico Nurallao houses finds from Roman burials; these burials were uncovered in 2000 in the Aravoras area of the town. The Cannedu baths date from the 1st to 3rd century. These four sites offer different points of focus: settlement, sanctuary, burial and bathing culture.

Cuisine and industrial archaeology

Is tallarinus is a traditional dish from Nurallao: thin, handmade spaghetti is cooked in meat broth and then baked in the oven with cheese and saffron. The lime kilns of Nurallao preserve the memory of an earlier working tradition. Funtan’e Susu is an industrial archaeology site associated with the disused quarries of Niachili. For you, this combination of food, craft tradition and industrial archaeology can inspire a varied day plan around Nurallao.

Planning your trip to Nurallao

For your planning, the mix you want is therefore more important than a uniform programme. A historical focus creates different highlights from a day on a forest trail or an exploration of the local cuisine. When choosing a holiday apartment in Nurallao, you can make this priority a criterion and set your own pace between discoveries, walks and meals.

More places for planning your trip

Other destinations for your own orientation include Chia, Is Arenas, Decimomannu, Campulongu, Serdiana, Villa San Pietro, Siliqua and Perd'e Sali.

For the overarching travel overview: Cagliari.