Discover the Charm of Sestu
Sestu is a picturesque town nestled within the metropolitan city of Cagliari, a quaint rural village that beautifully blends its ancient roots with modern urban expansion.
With human settlements dating back to the third millennium BC, this city boasts a rich and storied past that spans millennia.
The name “Sestu” has Roman origins, stemming from its location along the road connecting Cagliari to Porto Torres, marked by the sixth milestone made of stone.
Nestled in a flat valley, the oldest part of town lies beyond the bridge over Rio Is Cannas, showcasing traditional Campidanese dwellings that add to its rustic charm.
At the heart of the neighborhood stands the Parish Church of St. George, constructed in 1567 in Catalan-Gothic style, a hallmark of the Campidano region.
- The façade features a horizontal crenellated top and lateral buttresses, with a rose window above the pointed arch portal.
- The square bell tower retains its original structure, housing open bell chambers adorned with mullioned windows.
- The interior of the church, with a single nave design, boasts chapels and a well-preserved square apse covered by an intricate starry vaulted ceiling.
Aside from the main church, visitors can also explore the Church of St. Savior, dating back to the 13th century and adorned with decorative motifs intricately carved into stone blocks on its façade.
