| Pranu Muttedu archaeological complex Pranu Mutteddu Archaeological Park | |
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| State | Italy |
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| Region | Sardinia |
| Territory | Sarrabus-Gerrei |
| Surface | 20 ha |
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Pranu Muttedu archaeological complex is a site of the Sardinia.
To know
The archaeological complex of Pranu Muttedu (plain of the myrtle, in Italian) is one of the most important funerary areas of the Sardinia prehistoric, and is located near Goni, in Sarrabus-Gerrei (province of Cagliari), along the road that leads to Orroli and the Sarcidano. The area, which extends for about 20 hectares, is divided into two parts, in which you can admire, respectively, several domus de janas tombs (about IV millennium BC), on one side, tumulus and menhir tombs (end IV - beginning of the III millennium BC), on the other. It is significant to underline that the complex records the highest concentration of menhirs and megaliths known in Sardinia (about sixty, variously distributed in pairs, alignments or groups).
Geographical notes
The park is located on a sandstone plain, about 500 m asl, covered with cork oaks and Mediterranean scrub.
When to go
The archaeological area of Pranu Mutteddu is open to the public every day of the year, from 8.30 to 18.00 in winter, and from 8.30 to 20.00 during the summer. The periods in which you can fully enjoy its beauty, however, are autumn and spring; both because the climate is milder and because of the colors that accompany these seasons.
How to get
By plane
The nearest airport is that of Cagliari-Elmas; however, the airport or port of arrival is of little importance, since, once at the destination, it is still necessary to rent a car to reach the Park.
By car
- From Cagliari Take the SS. 131 towards Sassari-Oristano up to Monastir; then take the SS. 128 at the exit for Senorbì, and continue to the town. Once in Senorbì, take the main Via Carlo Sanna and turn right towards Via Giuseppe Atzeni, skirting the Piazza Italia. Arrived at the intersection that leads to San Basilio, turn right following the direction of San Basilio. You will cross Arixi (Senorbì hamlet) and San Basilio, continuing on the same road beyond the town. Once you reach the crossroads for Silius, you will find the signs for Goni and for the Archaeological Park of Pranu Mutteddu, whose entrance will be further ahead, on your left.
- From Olbia Reach the SS. 131 and follow it, towards Cagliari, until the junction for Barumini / Samassi / Villamar. Take the junction, and after a few kilometers turn towards Furtei. Cross the village, and continue on the same road passing through Segariu, Guasila, Ortacesus, until you reach Senorbì. Once in Senorbì, continue along the Via Sicilia, on which you are, until the roundabout that crosses Via Carlo Sanna, in front of the Church of Santa Barbara. Turn left, and then right towards San Basilio. Continue straight along Via Roma and leave the town. You will cross Arixi and San Basilio, and once you arrive at the crossroads for Silius you will meet the signs for Goni and the Archaeological Park, whose entrance will be further on, on your left.
- From Sassari Take the SS. 131 towards Cagliari, up to the junction for Barumini / Samassi / Villamar. Take the junction, and after a few kilometers turn towards Furtei. Cross the village, and continue on the same road passing through Segariu, Guasila, Ortacesus, until you reach Senorbì. Once in Senorbì, continue along the Via Sicilia, on which you are, until the roundabout that crosses Via Carlo Sanna, in front of the Church of Santa Barbara. Turn left, and then right towards San Basilio. Continue straight along Via Roma and leave the town. You will cross Arixi and San Basilio, and once you arrive at the crossroads for Silius you will meet the signs for Goni and the Archaeological Park, whose entrance will be further on, on your left.
- From Alghero Reach the SS. 131 and follow it towards Cagliari, until the junction for Barumini / Samassi / Villamar. Take the junction, and after a few kilometers turn towards Furtei. Cross the village, and continue on the same road passing through Segariu, Guasila, Ortacesus, until you reach Senorbì. Once in Senorbì, continue along the Via Sicilia, on which you are, until the roundabout that crosses Via Carlo Sanna, in front of the Church of Santa Barbara. Turn left, and then right towards San Basilio. Continue straight along Via Roma and leave the town. You will cross Arixi and San Basilio, and once you arrive at the crossroads for Silius you will meet the signs for Goni and the Archaeological Park, whose entrance will be further on, on your left.
- From Sanluri (SU) Reach Furtei. Cross the village, and continue on the same road passing through Segariu, Guasila, Ortacesus, until you reach Senorbì. Once in Senorbì, continue along the Via Sicilia, on which you are, until the roundabout that crosses Via Carlo Sanna, in front of the Church of Santa Barbara. Turn left, and then right towards San Basilio. Continue straight along Via Roma and leave the town. You will cross Arixi and San Basilio, and once you arrive at the crossroads for Silius you will meet the signs for Goni and the Archaeological Park, whose entrance will be further on, on your left.
Permits / Rates
The cost of the full ticket is € 5, € 4 for groups of more than 20 people and € 3 for students.
The park is open every day from 8:30 to 18 in the winter, at 20 in the summer.
How to get around
At the moment, it is not recommended to rely on the regional public transport service for travel; better to use your own car or participate in any organized excursions.
What see
What to do
Shopping
Where to eat
Inside the park you will find an equipped picnic area and a restaurant, which opens by reservation only from September, for groups of no less than 10 people.
Where stay
Safety
How to keep in touch
Useful information
Other contacts of Pranu Mutteddu Srl are:
Around
In the surroundings of the Park it is possible to visit:
- the Mulargia lake to Siurgus Donigala
- the Nuraghe of Goni
- the Nuraghe Arrubiu of Orroli
Other projects
Wikipedia contains an entry concerning Pranu Muttedu archaeological complex
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