Seven centuries of history come to life in the mountains of Pula. This is the story of the ancient church of Santu Miali, dedicated to the Archangel Michael, built in the first half of the 14th century on the mountain overlooking the town's plain and now the focus of a rediscovery and enhancement project.
Last Sunday, numerous participants took part in "Su Camminu de Santu Miali," the hike organized by the Trinis Association to the summit of Punta sa Cresia. A journey through nature, memory, and tradition, accompanied by the sounds of launeddas and a visit to the remains of the small church, illustrated by archaeologist Marco Muresu of the University of Cagliari.
The site's rediscovery, however, is not just about memory. Last July, the Municipality of Pula signed an agreement with the University of Cagliari to initiate new archaeological investigations on the ruins. Activities began on September 10th, and the first results were presented to the Royal Magistrate's Court by Professor Rossana Martorelli and Marco Muresu, as part of PulArchàios 2026, the program coordinated by the Pula Cultura Diffusa Foundation in collaboration with the Trinis Association.
"Preserving the memory of these places, fully understanding their history, and protecting and enhancing the site are primary objectives for the municipal administration," Mayor Walter Cabasino emphasized. "The rediscovery of the ancient church is thus part of a broader journey dedicated to understanding the area's historical and archaeological heritage."
The journey into Pula's past continues with a new event. Today at 6:30 pm, at the Patroni Museum, a meeting dedicated to medieval Pula will explore another chapter in the town's history and piece together a past that is still partly undiscovered.
