Necropolis of Anghelu Ruju
Necropoli di Anghelu Ruju
One of Sardinia's largest prehistoric “Domus de Janas” rock-cut tomb complexes, with 38 tombs dating back about 5,000 years, some carved with bull horn motifs.
The Anghelu Ruju necropolis lies about 10 km north of Alghero, near the airport. It consists of 38 tombs carved into sandstone, known as Domus de Janas (“fairy houses”), dating roughly from 3200 to 2800 BC. Some chambers feature bas-reliefs of bull horns, symbols of fertility and power. The site is close to the Sella & Mosca winery, so you can visit both on the same day. The tomb entrances are low, so you'll need to stoop to enter, and the ground is uneven, so watch your step.
Opening hours
Approx. 9:00 am–7:00 pm (shorter hours in winter)
Nearby sights
- Sella & Mosca Winery
- Maria Pia Beach
- Alghero Cathedral (Santa Maria)
- Church of San Francesco, Alghero
- Alghero Old Town
- Torre di San Giovanni
- Alghero Sea Walls (Bastioni)
- Alghero Coral Museum