Gonnostramatza
Welcome to Gonnostramatza!
In the center of the Marmilla region in Sardinia, there is a small town called Gonnostramatza with a population of 862 inhabitants. Today, I will take you on a journey to discover this rural and picturesque place that has an interesting history, monuments and places of interest, and a quiet and authentic lifestyle.
Let's explore the geography and origin of the name
Gonnostramatza has a Mediterranean climate and owes its name to the presence of the tamarisk plant in its surroundings, whose name in Sardinian is "tramatzu." "Gonnos" means hill, so the name of the town means "hill of tamarisk."
A brief history of Gonnostramatza
The land of Gonnostramatza has been inhabited since Nuragic and Roman times, as evidenced by the archaeological remains in the area. In the Middle Ages, Gonnostramatza was part of the Judicate of Arborea and the curatorship of Parte Montis, of which it was the capital. After the fall of the Judicate, Gonnostramatza came under the rule of the Aragonese and became a fief of the counts of Quirra. In the 18th century, it was the seat of a Credit Agricole bank established by the House of Savoy. In 1839, with the suppression of the feudal system, Gonnostramatza became an autonomous municipality.
The symbols of Gonnostramatza
In the town's coat of arms, there is a river, a blooming almond branch, and a tamarisk branch, representing the typical cultivation and the riverside shrub. The river is the Mogoro stream, known for the Roman bridge with five arches that crossed it until its demolition in 1928.
The monuments and places of interest in Gonnostramatza
Gonnostramatza boasts various traces of the Nuragic civilization, such as nuraghes, necropolises, and millennia-old dwellings. Among the religious architecture, we find the Church of San Michele, the chapel of Sant'Antonio Abate, and the church of San Paolo in Serzela.
The society of Gonnostramatza
Gonnostramatza has a population of 862 inhabitants, and its official language is Western Campidanese Sardinian. Among the most important annual events in the town are the festival of St. Anthony Abbot, the rites of Holy Week, the "Arts and Crafts" exhibition, the festival of St. Paul the Apostle, and the festival of the patron saints St. Michael the Archangel and Saint Teresina.
The economy of Gonnostramatza
The main activities in Gonnostramatza are pastoralism and agriculture, but tourism and handicrafts are also emerging as sources of income.
The administration of Gonnostramatza
Gonnostramatza is governed by a mayor and a council and is part of the province of Oristano.
Conclusions
Gonnostramatza is a small Sardinian town that, thanks to its millennial history, its monuments, and its places of interest, can offer visitors an authentic and evocative experience of the island. We hope that today's virtual visit has piqued your curiosity to come and visit us in person. See you soon!
