The so-called nuraghi are circular fortress towers built from roughly hewn stones, which gave their name to the Nuragic civilization of Sardinia. This ancient culture emerged during the second millennium BC and lasted until around 300 BC.
Much about the people who built these mysterious towers and fortifications remains unknown. Approximately 7,000 nuraghi are scattered across the island of Sardinia, ranging from solitary stone towers to extensive fortified complexes with multiple towers and defensive walls.
Among the most impressive examples are Santu Antine and Su Nuraxi, where visitors can explore parts of the ancient structures through narrow interior passages. This crumbling, solitary tower stands not far from Castelsardo in northern Sardinia. Read more