Jerzu

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Jerzu

Location of Jerzu in Italy
Country Flag of Italy Italy
Region Sardinia
Province Province of Ogliastra (OG)
Elevation 470 m (1,542 ft)
Area 102.5 km² (40 sq mi)
Population (as of Dec. 2004)
 - Total 3,287
 - Density 32/km² (83/sq mi)
Time zone CET, UTC+1
Coordinates 39°47′N, 9°31′E
Gentilic jerzesi
Dialing code 0782
Postal code 08044

Jerzu is a comune (municipality) in the Province of Ogliastra in the Italian region Sardinia, located about 70 km northeast of Cagliari and about 20 km southwest of Tortolì. As of 31 December 2004, it had a population of 3,287 and an area of 102.5 km².[1] Jerzu is known for the production of a particular type of wine, called Cannonau di Jerzu.

Jerzu borders the following municipalities: Arzana, Cardedu, Gairo, Lanusei, Osini, Tertenia, Ulassai, Villaputzu.

[edit] Demographic evolution

Stefania Olianas, Commune di Jerzu, Sardegna

[edit] References

  1. ^ All demographics and other statistics: Italian statistical institute Istat.