Case Study: Urban Settlement in Sardinia

Question 1

Facts and figures

Answer 1

• Capital = Cagliari
• Large town: Carbonia
• Small town: Bosa
• Italian island in Mediterranean
• Pop: 1.7m
• Economy based on mining of coal, zinc and lead
• Tourists development in coastal areas

Question 2

Functions of Cagliari

Answer 2

• Main commercial and industrial centre of the island
• Biggest fish markets in Italy
• Biggest container terminals

Question 3

Functions of Carbonia

Answer 3

• Provide housing for the workforce nearby mines

Question 4

Functions of Bosa

Answer 4

• Its beach has been voted in the most beautiful beach in Italy and the town is growing in popularity for tourism
• Agriculture and fishing