History

As you move among these ancient stones, imagine the farmers, craftsmen, and priests who made S’Ortali ’e su Monti a thriving center of life and ceremony for over a millennium.

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Former Tobacco Factory / Caritas Press▶️ to listen to the audioguide! 🔊 Directions Until the 1960s, this building was the local tobacco factory, started in the early 1920s by Bishop Virgilio of Tortolì to give steady work to young women with few opportunities. In less than a year, the quality of its tobacco proved excellent.…

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The church was inaugurated on June 8, 1997. It is dedicated to Saint George of Suelli, a bishop who lived between the 10th and 11th centuries. He is especially venerated in Sardinia, particularly in the region of Ogliastra, where he is the patron saint of the diocese. It is believed that he played a key…
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The country church of San Gemiliano stands just a few steps from the sea, near the tower that bears its name, and charms visitors with its simple, intimate atmosphere. Dedicated to one of the first bishops of Cagliari, the current building was completely reconstructed in the 20th century, replacing an older chapel that likely dated back…
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Tower of San Gemiliano Press▶️ to listen to the audioguide! 🔊 Directions The Tower of San Gemiliano, erected in the early seventeenth century, underwent numerous name changes over time: initially known as “del Zaccurro,” it later appeared as “Iacuri,” “Saccuru,” and “del Zacuro,” before becoming “Punta del Sacurro” and, by corruption of pronunciation, “Punta del Soccorso.” It…

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The Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary “Stella Maris” stands on the remains of an ancient building with a rectangular plan, stone façade, wooden main door and a three‑level bell tower

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