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'''La Maddalena''' ([[Gallurese language|Gallurese]]: ''Madalena'' or ''La Madalena'', {{lang-sc|Sa Madalena}}) is a
'''La Maddalena''' ([[Gallurese language|Gallurese]]: ''Madalena'' or ''La Madalena'', {{lang-sc|Sa Madalena}}) is a town and ''[[comune]]'' located on the islands of the [[Maddalena archipelago]] in the [[province of Sassari]], northern [[Sardinia]], Italy. It is one of [[I Borghi più belli d'Italia]] ("The most beautiful villages of Italy").<ref>{{cite web|url=https://borghipiubelliditalia.it/sardegna/|title=Sardegna|access-date=1 August 2023|language=it}}</ref>
''[[comune]]'' located on the islands of the [[Maddalena archipelago]] in the [[province of Sassari]], northern [[Sardinia]], Italy.


The main town of the same name is located on homonymous island.
The main town of the same name is located on the homonymous island.


==Comune==
==Comune==


The La Madalena comune covers all the territory of the La Maddalena archipelago including the islands: Barrettini, Barettinelli, Bisce, Budelli, Camizie, Cappuccini, Caprera, Chiesa, Colombo, Corcelli, Delle Bocche, Italiani, Le Camere, Nibani, Maddalena, Monaci, Mortorio, Pecora, Piana, Porco, Porro, Presa, Razzoli, Santa Maria, Santo Stefano, Soffi, Spargi and Spargiotto.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.unionegallura.gov.it/it/contenuti/articoli/dettagli/393/ |title=I Nostri Comuni |website=Unione dei Comuni Gallura |language=it |access-date=2019-06-13}}</ref>
The La Maddalena comune covers all the territory of the La Maddalena archipelago including the islands: Barrettini, Barettinelli, Bisce, Budelli, Camizie, Cappuccini, Caprera, Chiesa, Colombo, Corcelli, Delle Bocche, Italiani, Le Camere, Nibani, Maddalena, Monaci, Mortorio, Pecora, Piana, Porco, Porro, Presa, Razzoli, Santa Maria, Santo Stefano, Soffi, Spargi and Spargiotto.<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.unionegallura.gov.it/it/contenuti/articoli/dettagli/393/ |title=I Nostri Comuni |website=Unione dei Comuni Gallura |language=it |access-date=2019-06-13}}</ref>


==Town==
==Town==
[[File:La Maddalena Plaza.jpg|220px|thumb|A square in La Maddalena.]]
[[File:La Maddalena Plaza.jpg|220px|thumb|''Piazza Comando'' in La Maddalena.]]


La Maddalena is the largest town in the [[Maddalena archipelago]], just {{convert|2|km|0|abbr=off}} from the northeastern shore of Sardinia and sitting in the [[Straits of Bonifacio]], between it and [[Corsica]].
La Maddalena is the largest town in the [[Maddalena archipelago]], just {{convert|2|km|0|abbr=off}} from the northeastern shore of Sardinia and sitting in the [[Strait of Bonifacio]], between it and [[Corsica]].


The focal-point of pedestrian activity is around Piazza Umberto I (formerly known as Piazza Comando-the older generation of natives in town still commonly refer to the piazza by its original name). There is an adjacent via (Garibaldi) that connects the port (Banchina Commerciale I) facing the Island of Santo Stefano and Piazza Umberto I with city hall. Via Garibaldi is surrounded by commercial shops, restaurants, and bars.
The focal-point of pedestrian activity is around Piazza Umberto I (formerly known as Piazza Comando-the older generation of natives in town still commonly refer to the piazza by its original name). There is an adjacent via (Garibaldi) that connects the port (Banchina Commerciale I) facing the Island of Santo Stefano and Piazza Umberto I with city hall. Via Garibaldi is surrounded by commercial shops, restaurants, and bars.


La Maddalena now derives much of its income from [[tourism]]. The only method of traveling to La Maddalena is by boat, with car ferries travelling from nearby [[Palau, Sardinia|Palau]] and from the Italian mainland.
La Maddalena now derives much of its income from [[tourism]]. The only method of traveling to La Maddalena is by boat, with car ferries travelling from nearby [[Palau, Sardinia|Palau]] in Sardinia.


The natives of La Maddalena speak a [[Sardinian language|Sardo-Corsican]] dialect known as ''Maddalenino''.
The natives of La Maddalena speak a [[Corsican language#Sardinia|Sardo-Corsican]] dialect known as ''Maddalenino''.


==Island==
==Island==
The island of Maddalena has several beaches, including Bassa Trinita and Spalmatore. It is characterized by rocky granitic terrain and has some ancient fortifications. It is connected by causeway with the nearby island of [[Caprera]], known as the residence of the Italian revolutionary [[Giuseppe Garibaldi]].
The island of Maddalena has several beaches, including Bassa Trinita and Spalmatore. It is characterized by rocky granitic terrain and has some ancient fortifications. It is connected by causeway with the nearby island of [[Caprera]], known as the last residence of the Italian revolutionary [[Giuseppe Garibaldi]]. <ref>[https://www.viajarcerdena.com/archipielago-maddalena.php La Maddalena] {{in lang|es}}</ref>


[[File:La Maddalena, Italy.jpg|left|thumb|180px|The Old Town.]]
[[File:La Maddalena, Italy.jpg|thumb|180px|The Old Town.]]
[[File:La maddalena Port.JPG|thumb|220px|La Maddalena Port.]]
[[File:La maddalena Port.JPG|thumb|220px|La Maddalena Port.]]


==History==
==History==
[[File:Ammiragliato (La Maddalena, Italy).jpg|thumb|The seat of the Admiralty.]]
[[File:Scuola Sottufficiali Marina Militare - La Maddalena.jpeg|thumb|Petty Officer School of the Italian Navy.]]
La Maddalena has undergone many name changes: the Romans named it ''Ilva'', ''Fussa'' and ''Bucina'' and in the Middle Ages the island was known as "Bicinara" before being given the name of ''Santa Maria Magdalena'' in the 16th century. After this it finally became known as La Maddalena.
La Maddalena has undergone many name changes: the Romans named it ''Ilva'', ''Fussa'' and ''Bucina'' and in the Middle Ages the island was known as "Bicinara" before being given the name of ''Santa Maria Magdalena'' in the 16th century. After this it finally became known as La Maddalena.


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In 1584 all the monasteries on the islands were destroyed by one of the [[Ottoman Empire|Ottoman]] raids. In the 17th century shepherds began to bring their flocks to the islands in the winter months.
In 1584 all the monasteries on the islands were destroyed by one of the [[Ottoman Empire|Ottoman]] raids. In the 17th century shepherds began to bring their flocks to the islands in the winter months.


Its location in the Strait of Bonifacio, through which much maritime traffic must pass, has turned the archipelago into a strategic military position. In 1767 it was occupied by the [[House of Savoy|Savoy-Piedmont]]ese. The nucleus of the present town of La Maddalena emerged then.
Its location in the Strait of Bonifacio, through which much maritime traffic must pass, turned the archipelago into a strategic military position. In 1767 it was occupied by the [[House of Savoy|Savoy-Piedmont]]ese. The nucleus of the present town of La Maddalena emerged then.


In 1793 a [[France|French]] expedition, in which [[Napoleon Bonaparte]] took part, unsuccessfully tried to occupy the island. It was the first combat experience of Napoleon Bonaparte. During all the [[Napoleonic Wars]] Admiral [[Horatio Nelson]] used the archipelago of La Maddalena as a base for his fleet in actions against the French.
In 1793 a [[France|French]] expedition, in which [[Napoleon Bonaparte]] took part, unsuccessfully tried to occupy the island. It was the first combat experience of Napoleon Bonaparte. During all the [[Napoleonic Wars]] Admiral [[Horatio Nelson]] used the archipelago of La Maddalena as a base for his fleet in actions against the French.


A base was established here by the Italian [[Regia Marina]] (Royal Navy) in 1887. In 1943, during World War II, [[Benito Mussolini]] was briefly held prisoner here.
A base was established here by the Italian {{Lang|it|[[Regia Marina]]}} (Royal Navy) in 1887. In 1943, during World War II, [[Benito Mussolini]] was briefly held prisoner here: his imprisonment took place in [[Villa Webber]] from 7 August to 27.

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The former Naval Arsenal at the Moneta locality was planned to host the [[35th G8 Summit]] in 2009, but later it was moved to [[L'Aquila]].<ref name=lamiasardegna>{{Cite web |url=http://www.lamiasardegna.it/lamaddalenaisole.htm |title=Arcipelago de La Maddalena |last=de Tisi |first=Claudio |website=La mia Sardegna |access-date=2019-06-17}}</ref>
The former Naval Arsenal at the Moneta locality was planned to host the [[35th G8 Summit]] in 2009, which later was moved to [[L'Aquila]].<ref name=lamiasardegna>{{Cite web |url=http://www.lamiasardegna.it/lamaddalenaisole.htm |title=Arcipelago de La Maddalena |last=de Tisi |first=Claudio |website=La mia Sardegna |access-date=2019-06-17}}</ref>


==Twin towns==
==Twin towns==
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==External links==
==External links==
{{EB1911 Poster|La Maddalena}}
*[http://www.italiantourism.com/island2a.html The Italian Tourist Board]
*[http://www.italiantourism.com/island2a.html The Italian Tourist Board]
*[http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/nelson/gallery7/ The British National Archives]
*[http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/nelson/gallery7/ The British National Archives]
*[http://www.parks.it/parco.nazionale.arcip.maddalena/Epar.html Parco Nazionale dell'Arcipelago di La Maddalena]
*[http://www.parks.it/parco.nazionale.arcip.maddalena/Epar.html Parco Nazionale dell'Arcipelago di La Maddalena]
*[http://www.napoleon-series.org/military/battles/c_maddalena.html The Napoleon Series]
*[http://www.napoleon-series.org/military/battles/c_maddalena.html The Napoleon Series]
*[http://www.lamaddalenapark.it/parco-generale.php3 Arcipelago di La Maddalena National Park]
*[http://www.lamaddalenapark.it/parco-generale.php3 Arcipelago di La Maddalena National Park] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081020044306/http://www.lamaddalenapark.it/parco-generale.php3 |date=2008-10-20 }}



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Latest revision as of 22:35, 16 February 2024

La Maddalena
La Madalena
Comune
Comune di La Maddalena
Coat of arms of La Maddalena
Coat of arms
Location of La Maddalena
Map
La Maddalena is located in Italy
La Maddalena
La Maddalena
Location of La Maddalena in Sardinia
La Maddalena is located in Sardinia
La Maddalena
La Maddalena
La Maddalena (Sardinia)
Coordinates: 41°13′N 09°24′E / 41.217°N 9.400°E / 41.217; 9.400
CountryItaly
RegionSardinia
ProvinceSassari
FrazioniMoneta, Stagnali
Government
 • MayorFabio Lai
Area
 • Total52.01 km2 (20.08 sq mi)
Elevation
27 m (89 ft)
Population
 (31 July 2017)[1]
 • Total11,226
 • Density220/km2 (560/sq mi)
DemonymMaddalenini
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
07020, 07024
Dialing code0789
Patron saintSt. Mary Magdalene
Saint dayJuly 22
WebsiteOfficial website

La Maddalena (Gallurese: Madalena or La Madalena, Sardinian: Sa Madalena) is a town and comune located on the islands of the Maddalena archipelago in the province of Sassari, northern Sardinia, Italy. It is one of I Borghi più belli d'Italia ("The most beautiful villages of Italy").[2]

The main town of the same name is located on the homonymous island.

Comune[edit]

The La Maddalena comune covers all the territory of the La Maddalena archipelago including the islands: Barrettini, Barettinelli, Bisce, Budelli, Camizie, Cappuccini, Caprera, Chiesa, Colombo, Corcelli, Delle Bocche, Italiani, Le Camere, Nibani, Maddalena, Monaci, Mortorio, Pecora, Piana, Porco, Porro, Presa, Razzoli, Santa Maria, Santo Stefano, Soffi, Spargi and Spargiotto.[3]

Town[edit]

Piazza Comando in La Maddalena.

La Maddalena is the largest town in the Maddalena archipelago, just 2 kilometres (1 mile) from the northeastern shore of Sardinia and sitting in the Strait of Bonifacio, between it and Corsica.

The focal-point of pedestrian activity is around Piazza Umberto I (formerly known as Piazza Comando-the older generation of natives in town still commonly refer to the piazza by its original name). There is an adjacent via (Garibaldi) that connects the port (Banchina Commerciale I) facing the Island of Santo Stefano and Piazza Umberto I with city hall. Via Garibaldi is surrounded by commercial shops, restaurants, and bars.

La Maddalena now derives much of its income from tourism. The only method of traveling to La Maddalena is by boat, with car ferries travelling from nearby Palau in Sardinia.

The natives of La Maddalena speak a Sardo-Corsican dialect known as Maddalenino.

Island[edit]

The island of Maddalena has several beaches, including Bassa Trinita and Spalmatore. It is characterized by rocky granitic terrain and has some ancient fortifications. It is connected by causeway with the nearby island of Caprera, known as the last residence of the Italian revolutionary Giuseppe Garibaldi. [4]

The Old Town.
La Maddalena Port.

History[edit]

The seat of the Admiralty.
Petty Officer School of the Italian Navy.

La Maddalena has undergone many name changes: the Romans named it Ilva, Fussa and Bucina and in the Middle Ages the island was known as "Bicinara" before being given the name of Santa Maria Magdalena in the 16th century. After this it finally became known as La Maddalena.

The Maddalena archipelago is known from archaeological evidence to have been occupied in prehistoric times, but its written history begins with the Roman Empire.

After the fall of the Western Roman Empire the islands were completely abandoned until the 12th century, when they were chosen by Benedictine monks founding small communities there. The islands were the object of a dispute between the Republics of Pisa and Genoa in the 12th century.

In 1584 all the monasteries on the islands were destroyed by one of the Ottoman raids. In the 17th century shepherds began to bring their flocks to the islands in the winter months.

Its location in the Strait of Bonifacio, through which much maritime traffic must pass, turned the archipelago into a strategic military position. In 1767 it was occupied by the Savoy-Piedmontese. The nucleus of the present town of La Maddalena emerged then.

In 1793 a French expedition, in which Napoleon Bonaparte took part, unsuccessfully tried to occupy the island. It was the first combat experience of Napoleon Bonaparte. During all the Napoleonic Wars Admiral Horatio Nelson used the archipelago of La Maddalena as a base for his fleet in actions against the French.

A base was established here by the Italian Regia Marina (Royal Navy) in 1887. In 1943, during World War II, Benito Mussolini was briefly held prisoner here: his imprisonment took place in Villa Webber from 7 August to 27.

The former Naval Arsenal at the Moneta locality was planned to host the 35th G8 Summit in 2009, which later was moved to L'Aquila.[5]

Twin towns[edit]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ^ "Popolazione Residente al 1° Gennaio 2018". Italian National Institute of Statistics. Retrieved 16 March 2019.
  2. ^ "Sardegna" (in Italian). Retrieved 1 August 2023.
  3. ^ "I Nostri Comuni". Unione dei Comuni Gallura (in Italian). Retrieved 2019-06-13.
  4. ^ La Maddalena (in Spanish)
  5. ^ de Tisi, Claudio. "Arcipelago de La Maddalena". La mia Sardegna. Retrieved 2019-06-17.

External links[edit]

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