Su Romanzesu is an archaeological site located in Sardinia, Italy. It is one of the most important Nuragic settlements, dating back to the Bronze Age, around 1500 BC. The site is spread across an area of approximately seven hectares and consists of several structures, including a large temple, dwellings, and a sacred well.Nuragic CivilizationThe Nuragic…
Historical Places
Aleria
Aleria, located on the eastern coast of Corsica, is one of the island’s most important ancient sites. It played a significant role in the history of Corsica due to its strategic location and cultural interactions. Founded by the Phoenicians around 1000 BC, it later became a key settlement for the Etruscans, Greeks, and Romans.Early HistoryThe…
Araghju
The archaeological site of Araghju is a prehistoric fortress located in the Corsican region of France. It is one of the best-preserved torre sites on the island. Archaeologists have studied it extensively due to its historical importance, particularly for understanding the Torrean civilization that flourished during the Bronze Age.Location and StructureAraghju is located near the…
Casteddu di Tappa
Casteddu di Tappa is an important archaeological site in Sardinia, Italy. It dates back to the Bronze Age, around 1800 BC. The site offers key insights into Nuragic civilization, which flourished in Sardinia during the second millennium BC.Location and Structure of Casteddu di TappaCasteddu di Tappa is located near Perfugas, in northern Sardinia. The site…
Cucuruzzu
Cucuruzzu is an archaeological site in Corsica, France. It dates back to the Bronze Age, around 1800 BC. The site is located in the Alta Rocca region, which is rich in prehistoric settlements. Cucuruzzu is known for its impressive fortifications and residential structures that reveal the advanced skills of its builders.Discovery and ExcavationCucuruzzu was first…
Dolmen of Funtanaccia
The Dolmen of Funtanaccia is a prehistoric burial monument located on the island of Corsica, France. It dates back to the late Neolithic period, around 2000 BC. This dolmen is one of the best-preserved megalithic structures on the island and holds significant archaeological value.Structure and DesignThe Dolmen of Funtanaccia features a rectangular chamber built from…