Nuraghe Appiu archaeological park is surrounded by a suggestive and uncontaminated environment. It was probably born as anuraghe with only one tower, to which, later, other towers have been united, connected among them by corridors, outlining a quadrilobate figure.

In its simple form the nuraghe is a flat-topped conical tower built with stones of varying size laid without grout (dry walls). The masonry consists of courses of stone laid in more or less orderly fashion. In many cases the stones were laid as they were, but more often they were dressed to facilitate their laying. In the upper part of the towers, the part most exposed, the stones are usually dressed with care to ensure a perfect fit between the different elements and thus improve stability.

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Founded: 1800 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Italy

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Kaory Makimura (3 years ago)
The road to get to the site is not the best but you are rewarded by the wonder of the place. At the ticket office (entrance € 2.5 per person) we found a lady (perhaps a guide) who gave us a laminated sheet (brochure) with the description of the site in its various parts, also explained to us in general what we would expect while we accompanied the beginning of the long route around 800m in all. After a brief smattering given to us by the "guide" we were free to visit everything on our own. The route is well signposted and with the help of the brochure you have a good explanation of everything.
Enrico Appiani (3 years ago)
These are the remains of a nuragic village, located about 500 m above sea level in a green and wooded countryside, with cow pastures. The main nuraghe had 4 towers and has a well-preserved basic layout, with the possibility of accessing the interior. The visitor center is comfortable and the welcome is excellent.
Karolina (3 years ago)
Great place. It's in the middle of nowhere but it's very charming. Very friendly staff, cheap tickets. Atmosphere of this place is out of this world
Mauro Mulas Tiloca (3 years ago)
Magnifico Nuraghe Complesso con annesso villaggio e tomba dei giganti. Il tutto inserito in un contesto da favola e presentato nel migliore dei modi da operatori preparati e competenti. Complimenti ad Antonella per l’accoglienza e le spiegazioni. Assolutamente da visitare
Marcella Carcupino (3 years ago)
Enchanting place both from an archaeological and naturalistic point of view. Really interesting visit with the guide, Anna, very knowledgeable and helpful. A must visit.
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