Fodor's Expert Review Monte Sirai

Sant'Antioco Ruins

Just outside Carbonia and strategically positioned atop a plateau that provides views inland and far out to sea, the remains of one of Sardinia's most important Carthaginian military strongholds were discovered by chance in 1962. The walls of Mt. Sirai were erected around 375 BC, and they continued to function as impregnable fortress barriers until the Roman conquest in 238 BC. For the full picture, try to combine your visit with a look at Carbonia's archaeological museum on Via Campania.

Ruins

Quick Facts

Off SS126, Km 17
Carbonia, Sardinia  09013, Italy

0781-1888256-museum

www.carboniamusei.it

Sight Details:
Rate Includes: Site €6, museum €6, or €10 for both, Closed Mon., also Tues. Oct.–Mar.

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