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Nuraghe Serbissi

Nuragic tower complex in Ogliastra, Sardinia

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The nuraghe Serbissi is a nuragic complex dating back to 18th-10th century BC. It is located in the municipality of Osini in Ogliastra, Italy. The site is located on a limestone plateau between the towns of Osini and Gairo. The nuragic complex, built over a cave with two entrances, consists of a central tower of 6.3m high flanked by three smaller towers, around which are placed 8 circular huts. Access to the towers is through a small courtyard. The complex was used from the Early Bronze Age to the Late Bronze Age.

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18th–10th century BC

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Modified Caves
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Italy

Coordinates

39.10° N, 9.01° E