Decimoputzu
Welcome to Decimoputzu: the municipality in the province of South Sardinia
Decimoputzu is a small town located in the Campidano di Cagliari plain, in the province of South Sardinia, with a population of around 4,247 inhabitants. In this text, we will talk about its history, interesting places to visit, and the demographic evolution of the town.
Physical Geography
Territory
The town covers an area of 64.7 km² and is crossed by the Flumini Mannu river. In the area, numerous Nuraghes and Giants' tombs can be found.
History
Decimoputzu, called ''Deximeputzu'' in Sardinian, has a millennial history that dates back to the pre-Nuragic period. In the territory, various examples of Nuragic architecture and constructions from the Phoenician-Punic, Roman, Byzantine, and Vandal periods can be found. In 1089, the judge of Cagliari, Orzocco Torchitorio I, donated the church of San Georgii de Decimo to the Abbey of San Vittore in Marseille. In 1414, the village was mentioned for the first time with the name of Decimopozzo or Decimo Pupussi when it was part of the curatoria of Gippi, of the Giudicato of Cagliari, and then of the Kingdom of Sardinia. In 1839, with the suppression of the feudal system, the town was redeemed by the da Silva - Alagon family.
Symbols
The municipality of Decimoputzu has a coat of arms and a banner granted by decree of the president of the Republic on May 22, 2002. The coat of arms depicts the letter D, ears of wheat, a symbol of cereal farming, and a statue of a female deity made of alabaster.
Monuments and Places of Interest
Decimoputzu has a historic and artistic heritage of great interest. Among the religious architectures, one can mention the Church of Our Lady of Grace, the Church of San Giorgio, and the countryside Church of San Basilio. Among the civil architectures, there are the Palazzo delle Scuole, the Casa Campidanese, the Monument to the Fallen, and the Austrian Bridge. In the area, numerous archaeological sites can be visited, such as the Sant'Iroxi Hypogeum, the Casteddu de Fanaris, and the ruins of countryside churches.
Society
Demographic Evolution
The demographic evolution of Decimoputzu has been quite stable in recent years. In 2018, the population was 4,247 inhabitants, with a slight decrease compared to the previous year.
Ethnic and Foreign Minorities
Foreign citizens constitute only 3.1% of the total population of Decimoputzu. The most represented nationalities are the Romanian and Moroccan.
Languages and Dialects
The dialect spoken in Decimoputzu is Western Campidanese, one of the variants of the Sardinian language.
Conclusions
Decimoputzu is a place rich in history and charm, with a remarkable artistic and archaeological heritage. The town has been able to maintain its linguistic and cultural identity, making it an interesting example of how tradition can be preserved over time. We hope to have piqued your interest enough to make you want to visit this corner of Sardinia!
