Ploaghe, comune in the Province of Sassari, Sardinia
Ploaghe is a small town and comune in the Province of Sassari, Sardinia, Italy. As of 2016 it had 4,538 residents, covers 96.27 km² and lies about 427 m above sea level.
Overview
Ploaghe is a town and comune in the Province of Sassari, on the island of Sardinia, Italy. It is often referenced simply as Ploaghe in local sources. According to the most recent widely published figures (2016), the municipality had about 4,538 inhabitants. The administrative territory covers roughly 96.27 km² and the main settlement sits at approximately 427 metres above sea level.
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Geography and environment
Ploaghe occupies inland terrain typical of northern Sardinia, with rolling hills, cultivated fields and patches of Mediterranean scrub. The elevation gives the town a climate that is mildly continental compared with coastal zones: summers are warm while winters can be cooler and wetter. Surrounding land use is largely agricultural and pastoral, with small farms and pastures common across the comune.
History and cultural heritage
Like many places in Sardinia, the broader area around Ploaghe has a long human presence dating back to prehistoric and historic periods that shaped the island. Over centuries the locality was influenced by medieval and later Italian institutions, leaving traces in local churches, rural architecture and village layout. The community preserves regional traditions, language varieties and crafts that form part of Sardinia’s cultural identity.
Economy and services
The local economy is typical of small inland Sardinian municipalities: agriculture, livestock husbandry and small-scale artisanal activity provide much of the livelihood. Residents often rely on a combination of local services and connections to larger towns for employment, education and specialized health services. Road links and regional bus services connect Ploaghe with the provincial network centered on Sassari and other nearby centers.
Visiting and notable facts
Visitors to Ploaghe can expect a quiet, rural Sardinian town with local churches, community events and opportunities to sample regional cuisine such as traditional breads, cheeses and other island specialties. The area is suited to those interested in countryside walks, cultural immersion and exploring the diversity of Sardinian rural life. For practical information and administrative matters consult municipal resources and regional guides.
Quick facts
- Official name: Comune di Ploaghe
- Province: Sassari
- Region: Sardinia
- Country: Italy
- Population (2016): 4,538
- Area: 96.27 km²
- Elevation: 427 m
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AlegsaOnline.com Ploaghe, comune in the Province of Sassari, Sardinia Leandro Alegsa
URL: https://en.alegsaonline.com/art/77474
Sources
- istat.it : "Superficie di Comuni Province e Regioni italiane al 9 ottobre 2011"
- demo.istat.it : "Popolazione Residente al 1° Gennaio 2018"
- demo.istat.it : Istituto Nazionale di Statistica - Bilancio demografico al 30/11/2016
- istat.it : Superficie territoriale per zona altimetrica