Mores
Mores: History and Territory
Mores is an Italian municipality of 1725 inhabitants located in Sardinia, in the province of Sassari. Archaeological findings suggest that the area was inhabited since ancient times, from the Nuragic era to the Punic-Roman period. In the Middle Ages, Mores belonged to the Giudicato di Torres and was part of the Curatoria di Meilogu. In 1259, after the fall of the Giudicato, the region came under the domination of the Genoese Doria family, and later the Aragonese. During the war of 1478 between the Marquisate of Oristano and the Aragonese Viceroy of the Island, Mores sided with the Marquis Leonardo Alagon, but was defeated and returned under Aragonese control. In 1614, it was incorporated into the marquisate given in fief to Antonio Manca. In 1795, during the Sardinian Revolt, the palace of the feudal lords was destroyed. The village was finally redeemed from the last lords in 1839, with the abolition of the feudal system.
Mores: Symbols and Monuments
The coat of arms and banner of the municipality of Mores were granted by decree of the President of the Republic in 1985. The banner features a split red and blue flag. The historic center of the village is characterized by several monuments of historical and artistic interest. The Church of Santa Caterina di Mores, with its bell tower, is one of the most beautiful examples of Sardinian Neoclassicism. The eighteenth-century convent of the Capuchin friars adjacent to the Church of Sant'Antonio di Mores and the Church of Santa Croce di Mores complete the religious heritage of the area. The village also has several archaeological sites, including the Dolmen of Sa Coveccada, the Roman Bridge, and the Domus de Janas. Additionally, Mores is home to the Oasis of the Sardinian Steppes, a narrow strip of land characterized by the presence of Mediterranean scrub.
Mores: Society and Culture
Dating back to the Middle Ages, the Logudorese Sardinian language is spoken in Mores. The village is characterized by deep-rooted traditions, the main manifestation of which are the religious festivals of Saint John the Baptist, Saint Anthony of Padua, and Our Lady of Todorache. Moreover, cultural and leisure activities thrive, including the "Sagra del Maiale" and the cultural association "Sons of Rock," which organizes live music events such as the "Sons of Rock Beer Fest" and the "Sons of Rock Metal Fest," now in its fourth edition.
Mores is a place that combines history, culture, and traditions. The architectural beauty of its monuments, the unspoiled nature, and the cultural activities organized throughout the year make it an excellent tourist destination. If you plan a trip to Sardinia, Mores will definitely be an interesting place to visit.
