Cagliari
Cagliari is a comune in the province of Cagliari in the region of Sardinia.
It is situated in the Angels Gulf and surrounded by the Sulcis Mountains.
Cagliari has a population of about 180,000 inhabitants.
It is the main commercial and industrial center of the island. The economy of the city is based on the commercial activity of its port, one of the biggest container terminals on the Mediterranean sea, and a strong mining industry.
Cagliari also has one of the largest fish markets in all of Italy with a vast array of fish for sale to both the public and trade.
The communications provider Tiscali has its headquarters in town.
Tourism is also one of the major industries of the city.
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History
Traces of the first settlement in this area have been dated back to the Neolithic period.
The name derives from Karallai , a name the Nuragi people gave it.
The city was colonized by the Phoenicians and occupied by the Carthaginians. In 48 BCE the Romans made it one of their municipia.
Ruled by the Spaniards for almost 3 centuries Cagliari became part of the Regno Sabaudo in 1720, and it was later annexed to the Kingdom of Italy.
In 1626 the University of Cagliari was founded. This event contributed to enhancing the role of the city throughout the region.
Notable People
- Amedeo Nazzari - actor
- Oliviero Diliberto - politician
- Nanni Loy - actor and director
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