ICHNUSA

Welcome to Ichnusa web-zine, the on line magazine dedicated to Sardinia and its most striking and fascinating aspects. Ichnusa offers you an insight into Sardinian history and culture through interesting articles inspired by the very latest research and studies, as well as the most varied topics, current affairs and up-to-date news about the island. The aim of the web-zine is to focus on the most extraordinary and unusual aspects of Sardinia and capture your attention, stimulating your curiosity and your desire to discover this charming and mysterious land in person.

News

 Sardinia’s Myths and Legends

The origins of the Nuragic civilisation, which developed in Sardinia between the late Bronze Age and the Iron Age (1500-500 BC.), is shrouded in mystery and myths. A number of experts support the theory that the Nuragic peoples can be identified as the Shardana, one of the seafaring peoples mentioned in Egyptian documents between the XVI and XIII century BC. We know that they were very aggressive and they plundered the Mediterranean on war ships. >> more...

 The Nuraghi

The origins and development of the Nuragic civilisation are shrouded in mystery and myth. However, unique traces of these peoples have been uncovered all over the island dating back to between the XVI and V centuries BC. >> more...

 The ancient city of Nora

The archaeological remains of the ancient city of Nora rise up on the promontory of Capo di Pula, near the pretty seaside town of Pula, about 30 km south west of Cagliari. The ruins stand in an enchanting setting, overlooking a wide bay with its sandy shore lapped by a crystal clear sea. >> more...

 Photos of Sardinia