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The Ludurru necropolis is situated in Buddusò, a village on the Monte Acuto plateau, about 60 kilometres from Olbia. Ludurru is the most famous necropolis and lies 200 metres from the village. It consists of six underground chambers: the domus de janas, carved into the granite outcrop, date back to 3200–2800 BC and are renowned examples of the Neolithic Sardegna. The interiors of the domus are very well-preserved and some feature decorations. The decorative motifs depict the dwellings of the living or motifs related to religious rites. These included hearths, niches and vertical lines, painted in red ochre.
In the Buddusò area, there are numerous traces of prehistoric settlements. The area is rich in resources and, for this very reason, has been inhabited since the Late Neolithic period. In the municipality of Buddusò, between the village centre and the surrounding countryside, you will find around sixty domus de janas, several menhirs, dolmens and thirty-one nuraghi. As well as these fascinating remains from distant eras, you can stroll through the streets of the village centre and admire the ancient granite buildings. You’ll also find granite in the statues dotted around the town’s squares and streets: a veritable open-air museum featuring sculptures by artists from all over the world. And finally, in the local taverns, you can sample the region’s excellent cuisine.
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Explore the culture and nature of Northern Sardinia: places to discover, local dishes, traditions and stories from the region.
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The Neptune Caves are spectacular caves dating back to prehistoric times. They are located at Alghero, in Northern Sardinia
The Church of St Francis in Alghero is one of the finest examples of Catalan Gothic architecture in Sardegna
The Church of the Holy Trinity in Saccargia is the most famous and fascinating medieval church in Sardegna
