Village of Mount Narba

This fascinating site is where a large mine once thrived.
The Monte Narba mine, located just a few kilometers from San Vito in Sarrabus, has a rich history with roots dating back to the 18th century.
During its peak in the nineteenth century, it became one of the main deposits of lead and silver in Italy.
With about 900 workers, the mine extended over fourteen levels, reaching depths of more than 500 meters.
The mining village was built in 1864 when the mine was granted to the Lanusei Company.
This place became a real community, equipped with modern facilities for the time, including telephone, electricity, hospital and workshops.
Despite the decay of the buildings due to collapse, some evidence survives.
The administrative office retains frescoed walls and ceilings, a work created by an Austrian major in 1916, during World War I, when the place housed Austrian prisoners.
The frescoes, incredibly well preserved despite the passage of decades, are a fascinating historical record.

Toward the end of the 19th century, due to dwindling veins and competition from other mines, the mine began to decline.
Despite several research attempts, the concession was revoked in 1935, marking the final end of mining.
Today, the village is largely abandoned, with few traces remaining from that period, such as a rusty tractor.
Despite its abandonment, this historic place has a unique charm.
Its picturesque location in the vicinity of San Vito and Muravera makes it an interesting destination for those wishing to explore the region’s mining history.
However, caution is advised when visiting, as the buildings have not been secured and collapses are frequent.