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Archaeological site
Casteddu de Fanaris
Archaeological site in the Province of South Sardinia, Italy
Vallermosa (SU), Sardinia
At a glance
- Type
- Archaeological site
- Coordinates
- 39°20′40″ N, 8°50′20″ E
About
The Casteddu de Fanaris (Castle of Fanaris in English) is an important archaeological site located in the municipality of Decimoputzu, along the border with the town of Vallermosa, in the Province of South Sardinia.
The site, dating back to the late Bronze Age (1300–1000 BC), is a complex-type nuraghe that consists of a central tower surrounded by eight additional towers to form a bastion. The bastion is surrounded by a megalithic wall with five towers with loopholes. For its construction were used mainly granite boulders, a material available near the site.
The fort is located at 147 meters above the sea level and occupies a strategic position to control the access road that from the Iglesiente lead to the Campidano plain.
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Getting there
SiliquaTrain, nearest
5.7 km as the crow flies
Casteddu de Fanaris
Aeroporto Militare di Decimomannu Giovanni Farina10.9 km
Distances are as the crow flies, not walking or driving.
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Nearby
See on the mapMore archaeological sites in Sardinia
- Free 1st Sunday
Frequently asked questions
Where is Casteddu de Fanaris?
Casteddu de Fanaris is in Vallermosa, in the province of Sud Sardegna (Sardinia), Italy. GPS coordinates: 39.34444, 8.83889.
What else is there to see near Casteddu de Fanaris?
Nearby you’ll find: Hypogeum of Sant'Iroxi (7.1 km away), Castle of Acquafredda (9.3 km away), Monumento naturale Domo Andesitico di Acquafredda (9.3 km away).
Sources and licences
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Credits for the 1 photos
- Casteddu de Fanaris — Aschy, CC BY 3.0
Updated 28 October 2026. All sources and licences