Nuraghe Maiori

Tempio Pausania, Italy

The Nuraghe Maiori is an archaeological site, situated near the Comune of Tempio Pausania. The Nuraghe are stone houses that date back to the Bronze Age and can be found all across Sardinia's interior. Near are the ruins of older Protonuraghe Naracheddu and Nuraghe Cacchioni.

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Founded: 1800-1400 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Italy

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Gian Filippo S. (2 years ago)
Very beautiful nuraghe the best in the region of Gallura. On two levels with a Deep covered Room where inside there are a colony of small europeans female bats very cute and Amazing to see
Viktorie Bartoskova (2 years ago)
This archeological monument is run by two lovely women. The entrance is charged 3€ for adults and 1,5€ for kids. It's worth it, though. The landscape is beautiful and the view is as well. Nuraghe majori itself is an interesting building of Sardinian architecture. In the area are toilets and a little souvenir shop. They give you a paper guide in various languages (even in Czech). From the parking it's a 5 min walk.
Merlin Kraft (2 years ago)
Worth a visit if in the area. Allow 2hrs for the visit. Park your car at the car park by the main road and walk the remainder of the way up the single track road. Not expensive entry and the site is well kept and clean. Would definitely recommend.
Pankaj Chaudhary (3 years ago)
Place with great historical value. Suggest to have a guide if you wish to go atound this place to know more about the facts.
Maja Opua (4 years ago)
Beautiful place, making it with torches and spyglasses and adventure for children.
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