The Romanzesu Archaeological Area
The archaeological area of Romanzesu in the territory of Bitti is currently one of the most important in Sardinia. The spaces investigated so far have brought to light several areas
- the sacred well with ceremonial basin and the Nuragic amphitheatre
- the cultic enclosure - labyrinth
- 3 strokes in megaron
- heroon - temple of ambers
- the huts
However, it seems from recent studies that only 10-15% of the potential extent of the Nuragic village has been brought to light. This archaeological site is certainly one of the things to see in Sardinia during a holiday. Let us discover together the areas that can currently be visited
What to see in Romanzesu
Between Bitti and Budduso in an extraordinary cork oak forest, surrounded by wild and unspoilt nature lies the nuragic sanctuary village Romanzesu. It is probably a federal village covering an area of over 7 hectares, which shows - and sometimes conceals - magnificent buildings from the Nuragic period.
Among the facilities and sights that can be visited are:
the sacred spring
the nuragic amphitheatre
3 temples at megaron
the labyrinthine cultic enclosure
the heroon temple of ambers
the huts
cork forest
The sacred spring
One of the most striking aspects of the archaeological site Romanzesu is the sacred spring connected by a walkway - once filled with water - to the huge nuragic amphitheatre.
It seems that in this area ceremonies and collective rites, linked to the cult of water. In all probability, this sacred area was visited by pilgrims and the inhabitants of nearby villages who took their places on the steps and in the large pool.
Betili have been found near the walkway, similar to those that have made the archaeological site of Tamuli near Macomer famous.
Betileit is a stone to which a sacred function is attributed as it is believed that a deity resides there
Nuragic amphitheatre
Near the sacred spring is the Nuragic amphitheatre composed of steps built from local stone.
This is a large circular-shaped basin with a difference in height of approximately 1.50-1.60 m. It is believed that this basin once collected the water that gushed out of the spring, once the level inside the well was exceeded.
It is believed that the pool was used to perform ablutions and ceremonial rites.
Temples at Megaron
During the excavations, three rectangular megaron temples were found. In the inner area of the temple one can admire benches placed on the perimeter walls
The cultic labyrinth
Unique in its beauty and charm is the construction of the cultic enclosure: a huge elliptical structure with staggered entrances, a veritable labyrinth
Photo Romanzesu and cork forest
See photographs of one of Sardinia's most evocative archaeological sites in the enchanting setting of a forest of cork oaks and typical Mediterranean plants
Romanzesu archaeological site map
Where Romanzesu is located
Romanzesu is located in the territory of Bitti, halfway between the village of Bitti and Buddusò in the central-northern part of Sardinia in the historical sub-region of
Romanzesu is easily reached by car from Olbia, Nuoro, Cala Gonone, Oristano
Opening hours Romanzesu
Winter timetable Romanzesu
Monday-Saturday: 8.30 - 13.00/14.30-18.00
Guided tours start:
Morning: 9.15 a.m. - 10.30 a.m. - 11.45 a.m.
Afternoon: 14.45 - 16.00
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Guided tours start:
ore 9.30-10.45-12.00-13.30-14.45-16.00
Romanzesu summer timetable
Monday-Saturday: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. / 3 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Guided tours start:
Morning: 9.15 a.m. - 10.30 a.m. - 11.45 a.m.
Afternoons: 3.15 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. - 5.45 p.m.
Sunday: 9.30 - 13.00 / 14.30 - 19.00
Guided tours start:
Morning: 9.30 a.m. - 10.30 a.m. - 11.45 a.m.
Afternoons: 14.30 - 15.30 - 16.45 - 17.45
access by ticket only
no climbing on structures
do not litter the area
Ticket prices Romanzesu
The ticket prices for access to the archaeological site are:
Full price ticket € 4 (exemption for children 0-11 years)
Organised groups and school groups (minimum 9 persons) € 2.50 - (single ticket € 3)
Over 65s € 2.50 (single ticket € 3)
Handicapped persons € 2.50 (single ticket €3)
Single ticket visit museum Pastoral and Peasant Civilisation/Multimedia Canto a Tenore/Romanzesu € 5
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