Gavoi

Gavoi

Infobox CityIT
img_coa = Gavoi-Stemma.png official_name = Comune di Gavoi
region = Sardinia
province = Nuoro (NU)
elevation_m = 777
area_total_km2 = 38.18
population_as_of =
population_total = 3011
population_density_km2 =78.86
timezone = CET, UTC+1
coordinates = coord|40|10|N|09|12|E
frazioni =
telephone = 0784
postalcode = 08020
gentilic = Gavoesi
saint =
day =
mayor =
website =

Gavoi is a commune in central Sardinia (Italy), part of the province of Nuoro, in the natural region of Barbagia. It overlooks the Lake of Gusana.

History

Gavoi was a very ancient Hebrew colony (allegedly from the 4th century AD) and in the 17th century was repopulated by Tuscan carbon-makers.

Main sights

The Roman church of San Gavino is Gavoi's foremost sacred spot, through there are eight other ancient churches in the village. The village's center contains rock houses with balconies, and a village fountain is known as "Antana 'e Cartzonna".

Near the lake are the archaeological areas of Orrui and San Michele di Fonni. A Roman bridge is submerged beneath the lake.

Economy

Agriculture production include potatoes and cheese (the town is famous for its pecorino).

Traditions and culture

The "tumbarinu" is a traditional drum made of dog or donkey skin. The "ballu tundu", is a traditional dance in the round, as in the Balkan area. Poetry is esteemed, including extemporaneous rhyme competitions on given topics.

The nearby Sanctuary of Madonna d'Itria hosts a palio, in this case a peculiar horse competition very similar to that of Siena.



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