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5 reviews of Tharros

Sardinia’s best archaeological site

Among the must-see places for a traveler to discover Sardinia, the Sinis Peninsula ranks near the top. The area contains an unparalleled biodiversity and has a landscape of beaches, cliffs, lakes, and wetlands. This natural area is located on the west coast of Sardinia near Oristano and also houses one of the most impressive archaeological sites in all of Sardinia: the ancient city of Tharros.
I won’t dwell too much on the historic and artistic details as this information can easily be found elsewhere. Ancient Tharros is located on the southern tip of the peninsula in the San Giovanni di Sinis area between the Gulf of Oristano to the east, St. John’s Tower to the north, and Capo San Marco to the south. The city was founded in the 8th century BC by the Phoenicians but today only a few traces of their rule (most importantly, funerary monument) remain. Those that can be seen today are, in fact, mainly the remains of the Roman city that developed between the 2nd and 4th centuries AD.


The entire tour of the ruins is wonderful, but the most interesting structures are the Carthaginian temple with its Doric columns, the Castellum Acquae, the two thermal areas, the Cardo Maximus, and the amphitheater. Its strategic location only adds to the impact this place has on first-time visitors. The ruins overlook the blue Mediterranean Sea and there are even two nearby beaches if you want some swimming along with your culture.

Despite many tourists having a tough time on Sardinia’s often rough roads, the trip to Tharros couldn't be simpler. From Cabras, head for about 12km. down SP-6 toward San Giovanni di Sinis and you can’t miss it!
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Stunning location & historical importance

It’s easy to reach the ancient city of Tharros from the main square of San Giovanni di Sinis: take the path on the right along the beautiful beach of San Giovanni and the tower of the same name. Continue along the path until you reach the opposite coast (the one facing Gulf of Oristano) and you'll find the entrance to the ruins of Tharros.

Of Phoenician origin, the ruins date back to the 8th century BC. It was also once a Punic port and, finally, in the 2nd century AD a Roman colony. The main features are the two restored Corinthian columns rising above the sea and the large square paved with trachyte.

The temple of Demeter is now almost completely destroyed, but you can still make out the remains of the baths. Tharros is certainly a place to visit for its stunning location on an outcropping overlooking the clear blue Gulf of Oristano as well as its historical importance. The price of a ticket to the ruins is 5 euro and children get in free. It’s best to visit early in the morning or late afternoon, when the sun isn't so strong.
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Magnificent historic visit

The history of various civilizations combine together in this beautiful place. It is said that it was one of the most important parts of the island. First Nuraghe space after the settlement of the Phoenicians, later Punic and finally, of course, the Romans. Finally against Saracen raids the city was abandoned to its fate.

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