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Places to see in ( Orosei - Italy )

Places to see in ( Orosei - Italy )

Orosei is one of the most fascinating spots to visit over your holidays in east Sardinia. A beautiful city in the Province of Nuoro in the Italan region of Sardinia on the downstream of the Cedrino River giving the name to the Golfo di Orosei. It’s located about 140 kilometers north-east of Cagliari and 30 kilometers east of Nuoro. As per the recent census of 31 December 2004, it had a population of about 6,148 and covering an average area of about 90.4 square kilometers. It’s scenically positioned at the gulf’s northern most point. It’s also surrounded by marble quarries and fruit orchards making Orosei an unsung treasure. Orosei borders the Dorgali, Galtelli, Onifai and Siniscola municipalities. The place takes its name from the initials of Giorgio Dessena and Vincenzo Scancella, the fathers of the company owners and pioneers in Orosei marble extraction, an activity they began over 50 years ago. It’s composed of four individuals and a corporate group: Lucia Francesca, Maria Antonietta, Pier Paolo and Rosanna, all children of Giorgio Dessena.

The area dates back to prehistoric time, although it’s in the Giudicati period from about 900 until 1420 that Orosei lived its highest development. During Pisa’s domination Orosei was the main center of Gallura’s Giudicato. In the old town, the Sant’Antonio Tower and the Parish Churches of San Giacomo and San Gavino are a clear reflection of the seventh century. Until some decades ago, its economy was mainly based on agriculture, but nowadays the travel and tourism industry and the quarried marble are the driving business of the area.

The sea is obviously the strongest selling point. The beach holiday business is mainly associated to the unbeatable beaches and shores, their pure white sand and crystal-clear sea for your dream holidays. More than just a beach holiday paradise, Orosei historical heritage offers a delightful gastronomy too, to be enjoyed in the charm of its old town. It has natural monuments of rare beauty where climbing, hiking and trekking can go on excursions surrounded by a pristine nature.

The village of Orosei will also give you the opportunity to discover the ancient culture of the island. There are many festivals and festivities in Orosei that may include the Festival of the Madonna Del Rimedio. This is the longest celebration lasting 18 days where the rite is repeated every year on the first week Friday of September. Sacred festivities and great banquets will liven up local traditions.

One of the most popular festivities in Orosei town is the Fire of Sant’ Antonio Abate is that starts on January 16th and the protagonist is the big bonfire of bushes log in the center of the square of S. Antonio. The celebration concludes by offering visitors with traditional sweets. Easter is also greatly celebrated and originating from the Spanish culture taking place during the three processions respectively on Thursday, Friday and Easter morning in the central square Piazza del Popolo.

The Rites of the Holy Week still maintain the elements that highlight the religiousness of the locals. Some of the other interesting festivities include the Festival of Santa Lucia which takes place twice a year. This is a rural celebration featuring folk songs and music using seashells as amulets.

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One-Bedroom Apartment Complesso Moderno Vicino Al Mare 1 hotel city: Orosei Nuoro - Country: Italy
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One-Bedroom Apartment Complesso Moderno Vicino Al Mare 1 offers pet-friendly accommodation in Orosei, 1.4 km from Marina di Orosei Beach and 6 km from Osalla Beach. The unit is equipped with a kitchen.
-- L'appartamento One-Bedroom Apartment Complesso Moderno Vicino Al Mare 1 vi attende a Orosei, a 1,4 km dalla spiaggia di Marina di Orosei e a 6 km dalla spiaggia Cala Osalla di Dorgali.
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