Holiday apartment in Ittiri: Nuraghi, trachyte and local traditions

Ittiri combines a wide-ranging landscape with archaeological sites, historic churches and vibrant traditions. The town lies on a plateau at an altitude of 450 metres, between peaks—including the 620-metre-high Monte Torru—the lakes Bidighinzu, Cuga and Temo, and valleys characterised by olive groves and vineyards. If you rent a holiday apartment in Ittiri, you are choosing a base for a trip where nature, cultural history and local crafts stand closely alongside one another.

Nuraghi and archaeological sites around Ittiri

The nuragic archaeological complex in the Ittiri area includes 63 nuraghi, ten villages, two giant’s tombs and a probable sacred well. There is also an open-air archaeological park on the outskirts of Ittiri. This density of different types of evidence makes early history an important topic for planning your trip, without all the experiences having the same character: The large complex conveys the extent of the archaeological landscape, while the open-air park is located directly on the edge of the town.

The archaeological area of Sa Figu is four kilometres from Ittiri and can be reached from the Sanctuary of San Maurizio by ascending to the summit. The complex includes eleven hypogea, a megalithic circle and the base of an archaic nuraghe. The nuraghe on Monte Torru can also be reached on foot via the mountain’s northern slopes. Those who value historical discoveries and walks when choosing accommodation will find various ways here to engage with the landscape and its past.

Churches between the Roman past and the Middle Ages

The church of San Pietro in Vincoli was probably built over an existing Roman temple. Its façade was rebuilt between 1881 and 1895 in the Neoclassical style using red trachyte. San Pietro in Vincoli has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking spaces. In addition to its architectural history, this specific site therefore offers clearly identifiable information for visitors who pay attention to these facilities during their excursions.

The original construction of Nostra Signora di Coros dates back to the 13th century. The church features Romanesque and Gothic architecture that has been altered over time. Together with San Pietro in Vincoli, it provides access to different periods and architectural forms. This allows families or travel groups with different interests to plan a varied stay in Ittiri: Archaeological sites can be followed by historic churches without losing sight of the destination’s cultural focus.

Traditional costumes, textiles and festivals

Ittiri’s traditional men’s costume includes a head covering, a shirt, a waistcoat, Ragas, trousers and Uose. Ittiri is also known for textiles, including carpets and traditional garments. These two themes give the town a craft and cultural side that differs from the nuraghi and churches.

Prendas de Ittiri is a festival held in late March or early April and dedicated to local crafts and local specialities. Since 1994, Ittiri has hosted a biennial trachyte festival featuring sculpture competitions. The events therefore create their own seasonal focal points for trip planning. When you choose a holiday apartment or other accommodation in Ittiri, you can base your personal decision on the desired mix of landscape, archaeological discoveries, churches, textiles and festivals. This keeps the choice of where to stay focused on the experiences that are genuinely most important to you.

Other places to consider when planning your trip: Torralba, Martis, Sassari, Bono, Sennori, Alghero, Nughedu San Nicolò, Putifigari

To the higher-level travel overview: Sassari.