Las Plassas (Is Pràtzas): small comune in South Sardinia

Characteristics

The settlement reflects the rural character of much of inner Sardinia: a village nucleus surrounded by agricultural land and low hills. Its modest size means local life is closely knit, with services and public administration organised at the municipal level typical of Italian comuni. The landscape and elevation contribute to a Mediterranean climate with local variations.

History and cultural context

Sardinia has a long human history reaching back to prehistoric periods, and modern villages such as Las Plassas sit within that broad historical continuum. While Las Plassas itself is a small modern municipality, it shares in regional traditions of Sardinian language, cuisine and festivals, and in the island’s mix of pastoral and agricultural livelihoods.

Administrative role and practical information

As a comune, Las Plassas has a mayor and municipal council responsible for local services, land use and civil records. Small comunes often collaborate with neighbouring municipalities on shared services such as schooling, waste management and health provision. Visitors or researchers looking for official data or contacts should consult municipal notices or provincial resources.

Notable facts and comparisons

• Area: 11.04 km².
• Elevation: 148 m above sea level.
• Population: approximately 240 (2016).

For a concise introduction to the place, local administration and context within Sardinia, see municipal or regional portals linked above. These provide up-to-date administrative information and contacts for residents and visitors.