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Tharros and the Giants of Mont’e Prama Guided Tour

Tharros is the archaeological symbol of the Sinis peninsula. The archaeological area is situated around an ancient city founded by the Phoenicians, which flourished and thrived during Roman times, as many Sardinian towns did. During your hike, you’ll traverse the paved streets, spas, and columns that stand out against the turquoise sky.

Throughout the day, our guide will reveal the surprising features of the Sinis peninsula, an extreme offshoot of the western part of Sardinia, a territory rich both archaeologically and in terms of natural beauty. We’ll explore the west coast, one of Sardinia’s most fascinating, untouched by mass tourism and almost exclusive in its appeal.

San Giovanni di Sinis, one of the earliest churches in Sardinia, welcomes visitors at the foot of the archaeological area. Built in the 6th century in Byzantine style, it lies near one of the most popular beaches in the area.

By day’s end, we’ll arrive at the Villaggio di San Salvatore, a tiny abandoned village that is annually host to the “barefoot race”.

In the heart of the village lies the old church dedicated to San Salvatore, which houses a hypogeum dating back to the fourth century, along with colorful cumbessias (small and simple pilgrim’s lodgings) that surround the cult building. These locations have previously served as settings for some Western films shot in the area.

Then we’ll visit in Cabras the “Giovanni Marongiu Museum” that displays six statues of the Giants of Mont’e Prama: a warrior, three boxers, and two archers. The museum complex is further enriched by multimedia technologies developed by CRS4: visitors can not only view the Giants of Mont’e Prama in full size but also examine them in detail through a touch screen totem, enhancing the overall experience. A visit to the museum is optional for the tour and is priced separately. Book now your Tharros and the Giants of Mont’e Prama Guided Tour.

Please note that this tour is not accessible to individuals with motor disabilities.

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