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The World’s 100 Best Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Nuraghe Arrubiu

Orroli, Italy

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST RUINS & SITES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 98 2026
Nuraghe Arrubiu

A Nuragic megalithic complex of basalt towers on a plateau in the interior of Sardinia, near Orroli. Visitors walk through the partly reconstructed site and its inner courtyard, with the central tower and surrounding towers in view.

Highlights

  • Central tower
  • Inner courtyard
  • Surrounding lateral towers

Good to know

  • Entry costs €5, guided tour €8
  • Combined ticket covers two nearby sites
  • Café often closed, bring water in summer

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