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Muravera: a bit 'of history
For anyone visiting the beautiful Costarei, is a must have some knowledge of history muraverese, as to know the past will be easier to appreciate the present and imagine the future. It 'probably a time Muravera directly facing the sea, and almost certainly due to constant attacks from the sea withdrew back to the coast at least a mile of verdant countryside and fragrant, home to beautiful gardens planted with citrus.
It was probably the River Saeprus, now known as Rio Picocca to give his name to the region at the center of which lies the enchanting and fragrant Muravera, the Sarrabus. There are also alternative theories to see hidden in the patterns of the ancient word Sarrabus "is arabus”, the ancient and fierce invaders.
Obviously anyone who is interested to trace the history muraverese can visit the many archaeological residues that dot the surrounding area, and speak of a past never quite forgotten. The district has a wealth of muraverese Domus de Janas, the most famous fairy houses, or menhir that these premises were most commonly stones fitter, stones stuck in the ground which joined heaven and earth to which even today look. And then of course who can forget the nuraghes. There are several in the area, many of which partly collapsed, but still full of charm and suggestion that in the distant past had to give. If they can visit the wonderful places in Monte Nai, where he still remains traces of the ancient Punic step.
Muravera to visit
Nature, culture, archeology, gastronomy and tradition come together in the heart of all Muravera, Exhibitions Fairs and dreamy visitors each year discover the.
E a balanced ecosystem that lives in the territory muraverse, which offers the visitor various landscapes and scenery, suggestive, unexpected and wild, all to be photographed.
The tour could start by visiting the Stagno of Feraxi and Colostrai, quiet and natural areas rich in fauna and flora which has found refuge and permanent bind that well with the precious ponds Salinas and San Giovanni economic resource, not just. Ponds, crossed by narrow paths traversed, are taken literally besieged by fans birdwatching, walks in mountain bike or the most relaxing walk.
Abandoned with some bitterness the first leg of the itinerary you may point straight ahead Pool King, with its impressive standing stones surrounded by the landscapes and mysterious atavistic, where is the archeology to lord it. Do not miss the megalithic complex of Cuili Piras and Nuraghe Scalas a surprise to the visitors' eyes to discover a hidden Sardinia.
And then of course there are the beaches, all to visit and to love. Among the most beautiful backdrops to the coast and surely the endless beach Costa Rei reaching the charming Punta Santa Right, natural haven of refuge.
Muravera: Old Town
Guests of small and sparkling Costa Rei for this summer? Slowly discover that not only sea and spectacular nightlife, but the surroundings have much to offer those who like to turn, explore, discover. And the discovery of center of Muravera is bound to brighten your holiday, giving him a touch of charm and appeal that will make a difference in most. Bring a camera and lots toward the center muraverese. There is no ideal time to visit, it is true that with the sunset sky and ancient alleys are tinged with a charm superfine impossible to forget.
San Nicola di Bari first of all will welcome. E 'in a religious building exquisite late Gothic, built back in the sixteenth century. The nave by a fine show immediately if, embraced by the side chapels ceiling with ribbed vaults and cross embroidered. Will retain your attention for a long time which is then stolen from the main altar dated 1767, by opulent furnishings and two precious Baroque altarpieces. There is also a tasty legend that tells of the crucifix of the church: This was donated by a citizen kidnapped during the Saracen invasions and later released. The workmanship is exquisite and his timing is around the beginning of 1600.
The former town hall is a short walk from the church. It has recently been the subject of a massive restructuring that has altered the appearance, What can not be said that instead of Portico Petretto who turns out a little by surprise, wandering around with their noses in the air among the narrow streets citizens.
It was built in the late nineteenth century and looks like from inside the arc through a small hall balcony that connects two rich town houses.
In Via Roma, central, you will instead see the lovely home of the Family Zedda incorporating in it a fascinating Roman cistern which has still been very good probably because until the late eighteenth century used to gather, maintain and distribute the abundant rainwater.
Cannonau
The Cannonau is a typical Sardinian wine. The grape from which is born black berry, and is known and widespread in Sardinia, representative and symbol of the island, all’estero. According to some researchers, the variety would be of Iberian origin, and Cannonau ( also known as the Canonau, Cannonadu, Cannonao) would be a variety of import, and correspond to Spanish Alicante. Modern research and detail, prefer to believe that the screw in question is endemic Sardinian, as some seeds of three thousand and two hundred years old, have recently been found in different parts of the island. What we suggests that the Cannonau the oldest vines in the Mediterranean. Cannonau di Sardegna DOC can be rosy, but more often ruby-red, with garnet and is obtained by minimizing, the 90% grapes of cannonau. Must age at least one year in oak or chestnut. The place of production is typical in Sardinia Ogliastra, where we can meet Ancient Farms, the winery's Jerzu (Now) company now highly modernized, implanted in the fifties of the twentieth century. The company is the Doc cannonanu Best Josto, which takes its name from one of the founders, which is strongly committed to raising awareness of the red nectar 
even outside the land of Sardinia. Still Ogliastra, a Cardeddu (Now) the company operates in Alberto Act, traditional society that operates in three generations. A mention is due to the two best products in the company Cannonau. Cannonau di Sardegna Riserva Doc known as the Cardeddo and Alberto's Law, vinified in steel silos and facts patiently aged in oak barrels slovenia. Excellent Nepente Oliena, flagship winery of Oliena (Now) also founded in 1950. Do not forget the Coast, Doc wine Cannonau, produced in the cellars in Serdiana Argiolas, while we talk about Cannonau di Sardegna Capo Ferrato when the grapes come from Muravera, San Vito, The wine is Villaputzu or Villasimius Excellent with roasts, to be served at a temperature of 16-18°, the scent is pleasant, characteristic and dry and the alcohol content is around 13°. Unmistakable words. To try at least once, as well as 
D'Annunzio himself was heard to advise ..” You do not know of the pitcher plant Oliena even for fame? Ahi lasso! I am certain that, if they have drunk a drink, you never want more parties from the shadow of the white cliffs, you choose for your retreat and one of those cells chisel in stone that the Sardinians call Domos de Janas..”
Claudia Zedda.
Costa Rei Upcoming
During spring and summer Costa Rei, destination for a large number of local tourists and hosts a party, and traditional entertainment are added to the religious processions that celebrate local patron saints.
Among the most popular festivals to which we line up to participate in the Citrus Festival of Muravera, a few miles away from the picturesque tourist town that is Costa Rei. The festival is dedicated precisely to the citrus, fruit typical of the local production, benefited from a favorable climate and fertile soil and suitable for cultivation.
The establishment of the festival, relatively recent, provided an opportunity for manufacturers to advertise a really delicious and typical local specialties and to learn about the culinary traditions and traditional territory of the Sarrabus and not only.
The Citrus Festival, during which we celebrate not only the oranges, but also lemons, grapefruit, clementines and tangerines is inserted in a wide circuit of traditional festivals and local festivals advertised Sardinia government, demonstrating the importance that in a few decades has been able to take. During the festival also took the opportunity to brush up on old farming and pastoral revived for a full day aboard wagons and ad hoc. Each of the wagons once again a glimpse of traditional life with realistic interpretation of the participants and particularly faithful reconstructions. These wagons, pulled by oxen raddled for the occasion are called etnotraccas.
Between music and dance parade folk groups in traditional costumes from all over the world, and visitors in addition to feast his eyes seen the bright colors of the party, can taste the local products. In short, a joy for having a happy occasion for the palate.
During the last week of July you will have the chance to relive the siege and the expulsion of the invaders from the sea due to the historical reconstruction organized in the vicinity of Tower of 10 Horses.
Another event not to be missed is that of Ethnic Carnival Summer in Sardinia that is normally held during the first week of August. The most important forms of traditional island parade a few months ahead of the Carnival to give way to summer tourists to know the variety of masks island.
Finally, the 28 August is a characteristic popular festival held during which the sound of launeddas you will see local companies that will compete in the traditional Sardinian dancing.
Some Recommended Beaches
The beach at Costa Rei
The beach at Costa Rei is part of the town of Muravera, in the province of Cagliari and is accessible along the coast road to Villasimius, proseguedo Cala Sinzias, San Pietro, Sant,Helmet. Once in St. Elmo continue for another 4 Km, will find the long beach of Costa Rei on your right. The beach stretches for about 8, 10 Km, front oKmthe houses, and it is easy arrive along the roads, Via the main Ichnusa, lead to the sea. The beach of the Costa 90% is free, the remaining 10% is served by some small kiosks that offer an oasis of refreshment and that rent chairs and umbrellas.
The beach of Cap-Ferrat
The beach of Cap-Ferrat is part of the town of Muravera, in the province of Cagliari and Costa Rei can be reached by driving along the road towards Ichnusa Marina Rei. Get out of the country and continue until the junction, will find the sign indicating the beach, then turn right and continue for about 3 Km. You will find before you a beautiful, as well as well-kept, pinewood picnic.
The beach of Cala Pira
The beach of Cala Pira is part of the town of Villasimius, in the province of Cagliari and Costa Rei can be reached by driving along the coast road to Villasimius. Once in St. Elmo, go to San Pietro, Calasinzias. After 4 Km, on your left you will see the houses for the holidays behind Cala Pira. On your left, looking at the sea you will see a small headland on which stands a Spanish tower. Pay attention to a large granite boulder on the edge of the road where it is written Cala Pira, exceeds it and follow the dirt road down to the beach, heavenly sea area of south-eastern coast of Sardinia. On the beach, close to the Spanish tower, there is a kiosk that offers various services of good quality.
The beach of Cala Sinzias
Walk along the coast towards Villasimius. Follow the signs for the Camping Garden Cala Sinzias, beyond it and on your left, after about 500 m, you will have access to the beach. Crystal clear water and white sand beach, this bay, Enjoying the view of the marine park Serpentara, was behind a pine forest, where you can fit the picnic and shelter from the sun during the hottest hours of the afternoon. On the beach there are 3 kiosks that offer, with sympathy and professionalism, catering services, and the hire of sunbeds and parasols.
The beach of San Giovanni di Muravera
The beach of San Giovanni is part of the town of Muravera, in the province of Cagliari and Costa Rei can be reached by driving along the road towards San Priam. Superatelo and, Tenedos right, raccordatevi with SS. 125. After 6 Mile on the right you will see the sign that shows you the way that leads you directly on the beach. Behind the beach of San Giovanni, large eucalyptus provide better shading for an afternoon break. There are also over public facilities for picnics. On the beach but there is a restaurant and a place equipped with sun beds and umbrellas (the payment).
The rock of Peppino, Costa Rei
In front of the resort of Santa Right, the beach of Costa Rei, extends about 8/10 Km. Easily reachable on foot, the great granite rock is, because of its favorable location and the beauty of the sea, probably the most beautiful place on the coast. On the beach are rented boats, windsurfing, canoe, pedalo, umbrellas and deck. E' There is also a kiosk for fast food.
The beach of Porto Pirastu
Outputs from the town of Costa Rei and follow the signs for Capo Ferrato. Once at the SP 97, Turn right toward Cape Ferrato, go over and Camping Porto Pirastu 200 meters after you will find the small dirt roads that lead directly to the beach. The point is the nearest beach-front camping Porto Pirastu, where you can rent umbrellas and sunbeds, and have a small catering service.
Monuments of Muravera
Quite a few of the architectural beauty that for centuries have been found to convey in the area of Muravera, and that we still have a chance to visit. What is surprising at first sight, reading documents 
drafted by the Pisan, So is the presence of well- 13 churches. It is clear that very little that was more than enough in the subsistence economy, was invested, willy-nilly, in the construction of churches. What to denote the degree of Christianization of the area. Today we still have the opportunity to visit well 5 of these ancient churches. Two of these are situated in the town and specifically San Nicola di Bari and Saint Lucia, while the other three are dedicated to rural San Giovanni Battista, in Santa Maria and Sant'Antioco. Of great interest also 
coastal towers, built between the fourteenth and the eighteenth century with the aim of defending the coasts of Muravera and not only from the pirate raids, imaginary beasts that we can, bloody and sudden. Interesting to note that these structures were all communicating with each other through smoke signals in the morning and at night by the fire, as well as it should be a time for nuraghe. It will be possible to go through that passage of revisiting the story towers that still give a fine show when in the territory of Muravera, such as Tower of Ten Horses, Salinas Tower and the Tower of Monti Ferru. Do not forget the Portico Petretto and Home is the de Candelajus, typical house style sarrabese, belonged to the family Pilia dating back to 1790 about. The house pours still in excellent condition, and again today to visit you will have the opportunity to know the family that lived there, their customs and habits. The Portico pretectum is the construction of the seventeenth century, stone monument topped with a bow, the other side of which opened 4 small arms. It is said to have been built by the family Petretto and was originally given the function to connect the two houses of the family, who were on opposite sides of the road. Very useful for a rainy day, abundant in the area. Today there is only one of the houses put on notice that the porch.
Claudia Zedda
Land and Sea. (Muravera)
The territory of Muravera is perfect mingling of mountains and sea. Located in 64 Km from Cagliari, in the center of Sarrabus, it is the main town. He was born on an alluvial valley character, behind the hills that do not exceed 500 mt, which degrade harmoniously overlooking the sea-colored glass, who steal with impunity the most valuable color to the sky. The lagoon complex of considerable charm that embellish the area. We remember them watertight of Feraxi, Colostrai, Salinas and San Giovanni. The most important river that runs through this historic land is the Flumendosa, formerly known as Soeprus. The area was long isolated view of the scarce roads, and it is likely that for this reason they remain untouched and delightfully wild. They hide abundant, between the forest ravines, boar, deer and
golden eagles, and flora in the spring explosion of color. And fascinating place to visit is the forest Baccu Arrodas, which contains almost as if it were secret, mine by the same name that once was mined antimony and silver. The km of coastline spanning Muravera, are well 69. From beaches Muravera The successful ones Torre Salinas, to those Feraxi and Capo Ferrato, to finally reach the beautiful Costa rei. The colors that predominate are the blinding whiteness of the sand reflects the sunlight, and cobalt on a breathtaking sea. Following the list of beaches that encircle the territory of Muravera:
- Beach of San Giovanni
- Salinas Beach Tower
- Beach Colostrai
- Beach Feraxi
- Portu s'Illixi Beach and Cala de sa Figu
- Capo Ferrato
- Porto Beach Pirastu
- Spiaggia di de ziu Franciscu Others
- Costa Rei Beach
- The rock of Peppino.
Claudia Zedda
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Archeology. (Muravera)
The territory is rich in archaeological residues, often located in inaccessible areas to reach, that inform us of an era even earlier than nuragica. These structures are now hidden by vegetation, but still solid and stable, carved in stone or made by the same. The first structures of which are certainly intend to speak Domus de Janas. The Sardinians understood as the small houses of the fairies who lived in places away from the villages. Here's the show I think the folklore Janas most of the time, as to be of small size, divine or demonic creatures. The moral character generally implies the beauty or ugliness of mysterious creatures, beautiful when good, Cruel horrifying when. In truth the domus would be established between the funerary structures fourth and third millennium BC. by people who ran into Sardinia across the seas, peaceful, probably vote for a cult of sun, of bull and moon (cults spread throughout the Mediterranean), that seems to have communicated to the ancient Sardinian.
Of great archaeological interest also appear to be the menhirs, the stones fitter, as are most commonly appointed in Sardinia. This would be megalithic stones, planted in the ground. There are completely smooth, that reflect clearly a phallic symbol, while others will bear the sign of female fertility, breasts, going to represent the goddess, Mother Goddess. Constructed images from around the 3300-2500 aC, were worshiped long, so much so that even Gregory the Great in 594 dC. wrote to Ospitone, he, unique among the Sardinians not worship stones as, would help in the heavy work of Christianization.
The area is also rich in nuraghes, that were built in Sardinia between the 1800 aC. since the sixth century BC. Punic ruins are visible in the one specimen age was represented by Fortress “Baccu Monte Nai” dating from the fifth century. AC. The work of colonization by the Romans, Isecolo occurred in BC, is present in the remains of several villages.
To Visit:
- Domus de Janas di Monte Nai
- Megalithic “Cuili Piras”
- Megalithic complex “Pool King”
- Megalithic “Nuraghe Scalas”
- Megalithic “Cabin On Entu”
- Nuraghe Murtagh
- Nuraghe “S’Acqua Seccis”
- Nuraghe “Ponzianu”
- Nuraghe Sa Spadula
- Tomb “Arcu Ziu Marinu
- Tomb “Arcu Ziu Marinu
Claudia Zedda
Muravera. History
The territory that now belongs to Muravera, as well as reminding us of the archaeological complex of megalithic Pool King e il Nuraghe Scala, has been inhabited since 5000 aC. At first it was subject to settlement by the Phoenicians and Carthaginians, and only then became Roman rule. In the fall of, Muravera becomes part of the southernmost of the judged, to Kalari, and became an integral part of curadoria Sarrabus, whose activities were certainly characterize agriculture, pastoralism, and the products were obtained from the perennial challenge of the seas. Villas that were part of curadoria in question were certainly Murahera, Petrera, Carruti and Sorrui. Petrera, so named because of the abundant presence of stones, is still a ward of the modern Muravera, non far from Santa Lucia. Villa Carrati, not far from Petrera, The villa was more populated than those considered. E villa Sorru, situated where now stands the Tower of Ten Horses, included the churches of San Giovanni, St George, Santa Maria and Santa Marta. We have retained only two of the last memories. Although very populous, was left between the XIV and XV century. Murahera was close to the churches of St. Anne and St. Nicholas. And the name should go back to “Walls” Sardinian, which literally means tree and fruit of mulberry and dark “Vera”, or cultivated edible. Sad was the fate of this land forever subject to ferocious attacks by pirates. In some circumstances it was possible for the people reject, more often this was not possible. This had to stimulate the 1600 the construction of several towers that had as their purpose to protect the coasts. We recall the Torre delle Saline, the Tower of Ten Horses, and Tower Capoferrato. In the thirteenth century Muravera passed to the Visconti, Judges di Gallura, become the domain of Pisa and in the fifteenth century will be conquered by the Aragonese who imposed the disastrous feudal regime. Will the feud Carroz, family strongly interested in the conquest of Sardinia, Lords of Quirra. But the family of importance in Muravera was also that of Cappai, accounts Villasalto. The story of Muravera know the change of note only 1839 even when the island will be abolished feudalism. The territories of Sarrabus become the property of the municipality, and the family who won a decent power was then that the Sulis.
Claudia Zedda
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