Serri
Serri: A hidden treasure in Sardinia
If you're looking for a peaceful place to relax and discover new wonders, Serri could be the perfect destination. Located in the province of South Sardinia, this town is home to only 629 inhabitants and offers visitors a unique look at Sardinian culture and history.
A millennia-old history
Serri has a very ancient history, dating back to the Nuragic era. An example of this is the Nuragic Sanctuary of Santa Vittoria, which saw use by local populations from the Neolithic age to the Byzantine era. In the Middle Ages, the town belonged to the Judicate of Cagliari and was part of the Curatoria of Siurgus. It later passed under Pisan control in 1258 and Aragonese control in 1324. In 1603, it was transformed into a duchy, a fief of the Maza, and in the Savoy era, passed to the Tellez-Giron d'Alcantara. Finally, in 1839, thanks to the suppression of the feudal system, it became an autonomous commune.
Symbols
The municipality of Serri uses both a coat of arms and a banner obtained through a decree of the President of the Republic in 2006.
Places of interest
Serri is a city rich in architectural and artistic heritage. The Church of San Basilio Magno and the Church of Santa Lucia are two beautiful examples of Sardinian sacred art, with paintings of great artistic and historical value. The Church of Sant'Antonio Abate, built in 1770, is located in the oldest part of the town, near the former wheat mountain. The building has a single nave, while the trussed roof is separated by round arches.
Furthermore, the city is famous for the Nuragic Sanctuary of Santa Vittoria, a tangible testimony to Nuragic culture. Located on a hill, the site offers a wide panoramic view of the valley below and is a very popular tourist attraction.
Society
Serri is home to a community of 629 people, who over time have identified themselves in the variant of the Sardinian language spoken in Serri, the western Campidanese Sardinian.
Infrastructure and transport
About one kilometer southeast of the town is the Serri train station, located along the Cagliari-Isili railway line. ARST trains offer connections that end at Monserrato and Mandas to the south and Isili to the north.
Conclusion
Serri represents a perfect destination for those travelers looking to explore the most authentic and unspoiled Sardinia. The town is a hidden treasure with a millennia-old history and a local way of life that can sometimes be hard to find elsewhere. Visiting Serri will make you feel like you have traveled back in time and is definitely an experience worth living.
