Curcuris
Welcome to Curcuris, a historical municipality of Sardinia
Hello everyone! Today, I'm taking you to discover the municipality of Curcuris, a location situated in the stunning region of Marmilla in Sardinia. The village has a population of only 310 inhabitants, but it has witnessed a long and fascinating history. Let's discover more together!
History of Curcuris
The area where Curcuris stands has been inhabited since the Nuragic and Roman era. In the Middle Ages, a settlement developed that belonged to the Giudicato of Arborea and the curatoria of Parte Usellus. In 1420, after the fall of the giudicato, it became part of the Marchesato of Oristano. In 1478, it was conquered by the Aragonese and became a fief of the Carroz counts of Quirra. In 1511, it passed to the Marchesi di Quirra, and in 1603, it was incorporated into the Marchesato of Quirra. Later, it passed into the hands of the Borgias, the Catalàs, and finally, the Osorios. In 1839, the feudal system was suppressed, and Curcuris was redeemed.
In 1927, Curcuris became a frazione (fraction) of Ales, but in 1979, it was reconstituted as a municipality and has since become an important center of the region.
Symbols of Curcuris
The coat of arms and the flag of the Municipality of Curcuris were granted by the President of the Republic on July 15, 2004. The flag is a white banner with a green border.
Monuments and places of interest
Archaeological sites
Within the territory of Curcuris, there are two Nuraghi: the nuraghe Perda 'e Mogoru and the nuraghe Soru. These ancient archaeological sites are a true spectacle for the eyes and a draw for many tourists who visit the village every year.
Society of Curcuris
Demographic evolution
The population of Curcuris has decreased in recent years, but its inhabitants are very attached to their land and their traditions.
Languages and dialects
The Sardinian language spoken in Curcuris is the Western Campidanese Sardinian, an unusual and very fascinating variant of Sardinian.
Administration
Curcuris is a municipality that belongs to the province of Oristano. Currently, the mayor is Luigi Satta.
Notes
If you visit Curcuris, don't miss the chance to taste precious local products such as the Pecorino cheese of Sardinia and the Sempreverde bread of Curcuris.
Bibliography
For more information about the history of Curcuris, you can consult the following books:
- "L'isola dei sardi. Storia, società e cultura" by Salvatore Tola.
- "La Sardegna medievale" by Gian Giacomo Ortu.
See also
Curcuris is also home to a railway station that connects the city with Oristano and Cagliari.
Other projects
For more information on Curcuris, you can visit the following websites:
- Official website of the Municipality of Curcuris: www.comune.curcuris.or.it
- Website of the Region of Sardinia: www.sardegnaturismo.it
I hope this virtual tour of Curcuris has piqued your curiosity, and I look forward to seeing you on our next discovery!
