Selargius
Selargius is a comune (municipality) in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari in the Italian region of Sardinia, located about 6 kilometres northeast of Cagliari. With around 28,000 inhabitants, it forms part of the urban area surrounding the regional capital.
At a glance
- Type
- Comune (municipality)
- Period
- Historic Sardinian settlement
- Style
- Sardinian town near Cagliari
- Location
- Metropolitan City of Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy
Overview
Selargius is a comune in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari in the Italian region of Sardinia. It lies about 6 kilometres northeast of Cagliari. As of 2025 it has roughly 28,323 inhabitants.
History
Selargius is a long-established Sardinian town within the area surrounding Cagliari, the regional capital. Its position close to the capital has shaped its development as part of the metropolitan area. Like many Sardinian comuni, it preserves its own civic and cultural traditions.
What you see
The town sits a short distance northeast of Cagliari within the metropolitan area. As a Sardinian comune it combines a historic centre with the surrounding settlement that has grown in proximity to the regional capital.
Cultural significance
Selargius is part of the cultural fabric of the Cagliari metropolitan area in Sardinia. It maintains its identity as an autonomous comune within the wider region.
Practical information
Selargius is located in the Metropolitan City of Cagliari, Sardinia. For opening hours of specific sites and events, check the official website.
Getting there
Selargius lies about 6 kilometres northeast of Cagliari and is reachable by road from the regional capital, with local transport links serving the metropolitan area.