Discover the charming town of Neoneli, also known as Neunele in Sardinian, nestled in the province of Oristano, on the beautiful island of Sardinia. This picturesque destination, part of the historic Barigadu region, boasts a rich history dating back to ancient times.
Inhabited since pre-Nuragic and Nuragic eras, Neoneli is renowned for its ancient domus de janas and majestic nuraghi. During the medieval period, it was part of the Judicate of Arborea and the curatorship of Parte Barigadu, later coming under Aragonese rule after the fall of the judicate in 1420.
Neoneli’s feudal history is intertwined with noble families like De Jana, Da Silva, and Sanjust. In 1774, it became a marquisate and was later redeemed in 1839 with the abolition of feudalism, marking a new era for the village.
The Sardinian language spoken in Neoneli is part of Limba de mesania, contributing to preserving the ancient linguistic traditions of the region.
- Experience Neoneli come alive every August with a four-day festival at S’Angelu.
- Celebrate carnival season with Ritus calendarium featuring a captivating parade of traditional Sardinian masks.
- Since 2010, enjoy the fregula and cassola festival in early October which has transformed into a renowned literary event known as Licanias since 2016.
Neoneli is not just a town steeped in history and ancient traditions but also hosts cultural and gastronomic events that make it an enchanting destination for visitors interested in local food and wine culture.
