Situated on the eastern extremity of the Campidano region is the small town of Barrali, natural bridge between the Gulf of Cagliari and the Trexenta.  Encompassing an area of about 11,46 sq. km., its traditions are tightly linked to farming (fruit and vegetables, grapes and grains) and animal breeding, in particular on Mount Uda.  This location boasts a lush pine forest that spreads over of 300 hectares, encompassing various peripheral towns including Donori and Ortacesus.  Here, you have the chance to go on wonderful excursions and take advantage of local eating establishments.

Although it rarely rains, this area is enriched with renowned botanical examples.  Almost all of them belong to the Mediterranean underbrush (lentisk, myrtle and strawberry trees).  This is possible thanks to the water supply provided by the Mannu River, which also irrigates the countryside.
From a historical point of view, the entire area is enriched by the presence of antique, nuraghic towers, some of which are set on hill tops as lookout points while others were built for the protection of the nuraghic villages.  Noteworthy are those including: the complex on Mount Uda, "Sa domu'e s'orcu" in Donori's bordering territory and the site of "Onigu" which testifies to continuous settling during the Punic-Roman periods.  |interruzione di pagina  Documents found are evidence of the presence of the Jewish during the Roman Period, exiled by Emperor Vespasian during a time in which this area was a contaminated, swamp area.  Reminding us of this event are the traces of a place along the River Mannu once called "Sa Rocca 'e sa Trinidadi", where, during the Medieval times, a celebration in honour of the Holy Trinity was held. 
The town's most important monument is in the parish of St. Lucy the Virgin.  It dates back to 1832 and is situated in the large square in the centre of Barrali.  This is where its patron saint is celebrated the first Sunday in July.  During the celebration, music and dances performed by the "Santa Lucia" folk group are accompanied by the tasting of typical, gastronomic products. 
The festivities come to a natural conclusion the following Saturday with the "Sagra del Pane" (bread-fest), organised by the "Santa Lucia" folk group.  The initiative's goal is to keep Sardinian traditions alive, informing visitors through the display of antique objects and information booths.  Another important event in the year's program, towards the end of January, is St. Sebastian's charming bonfire, which takes place after a mass and solemn procession.