Bessude
Welcome to Bessude: the pearl of the Sassari province
Hello friends! Today I will talk to you about the town of Bessude, a small village in the Sassari province, immersed in nature and rich in history.
Origin of the name
The name of the village has undergone several modifications over the centuries, but it was definitively recorded as Bessude in 1430.
Physical geography
Bessude is located in a valley in front of Mount Pelau, surrounded by unspoiled nature.
History
The history of Bessude dates back to the Nuragic era, as evidenced by the nuraghe of San Teodoro and the domus de janas near the village. In the thirteenth century, the village was founded and went through various dominations, from the Doria to the Aragonese, until the end of the feudal system in 1839 when it became an autonomous municipality administered by a mayor and a municipal council.
Symbols
The coat of arms of the municipality of Bessude was granted in 1996, while the banner is a white drapery with green trim.
Monuments and places of interest
Religious architecture
Bessude is famous for its churches, such as the Church of Santa Croce (in Sardinian, "santa Rughe"), the Church of San Martino and the Church of San Leonardo, the oldest in the village. Outside the village, there are also the Church of Santa Maria della Natività and the Nuraghe of San Teodoro.
Archaeological sites
Bessude is rich in archaeological sites, such as the domus de janas decorated with rock paintings and the necropolis of Enas de Cannuja.
Murals
The murals are a real attraction of the village: painted on the facades of houses, they are colorful and represent scenes of daily life.
Society
Demographic evolution
Bessude has only 387 inhabitants, but its community is welcoming and lively.
Ethnic groups and foreign minorities
As of December 31, 2014, only 7 foreign citizens resided in Bessude, coming from Morocco, the United Kingdom, and Romania.
Languages and dialects
In addition to Italian, the people of Bessude commonly speak Northern Logudorese, a variant of Sardinian.
Festivals and popular traditions
Bessude is famous for the "cicciones" festival, where handmade pasta is served with a meat sauce. In addition, the village celebrates the feast of San Martino in November and the Assumption of the Virgin Mary on August 15.
Anthropogenic geography
Bessude is a village divided into two parts: the historic center and the new neighborhood, called "Sa sea" by the locals.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Bessude is a village worth visiting to discover its millennial history, the beauty of its nature, and the hospitality of its people. Come and visit us!
