Explore Ittiri: An Agricultural Gem on the Slopes of Mount S. Giovanni
Situated at an altitude of 400 meters, Ittiri is a vibrant agricultural center that sprawls out like a chessboard on the southern slopes of Mount S. Giovanni. Its thriving economy is closely tied to integration with the urban triangle of Sassari-Alghero-Porto Torres in northwestern Sardinia.
The local artisanal production plays a fundamental role in Ittiri’s economy, with traditional handicrafts such as palm dwarf and raffia baskets, tapestries, and carved woods that are admired throughout the region.
The artistic processing of trachyte is a well-established tradition in Ittiri, celebrated through a Biennale showcasing the works of invited artists. This stone is used as a tool for artistic expression, and its works are exhibited in the town center.
Discover the Historical Gems of Ittiri
- The 15th-century parish church of S. Pietro in Vincoli, with its majestic neoclassical facade from the 19th century and a wooden main altar.
- The polychrome altar from the 17th century in the little church of S. Croce, located on the western outskirts of Ittiri.
- The ancient pre-Nuragic evidence present in the territory, including characteristic domus de janas.
Unveil Ittiri’s Ancient Nuragic History
In the Nuragic era, the area may have been inhabited by the Coracenses tribe mentioned by Ptolemy. Numerous nuraghes dot the surrounding landscape, bearing witness to this rich history.
The Archaeological Complex of Sa Figu houses domus de janas and traces dating from the Neolithic to the early Bronze Age, offering a fascinating glimpse into the oldest phase of human settlement in this region.
