Dominated by the heights of Mount Limbara (1359 m), Tempio Pausania, built on the remains of the Roman town Gemellae and during the 13th century capital of the ancient Judicature of Gallura, is situated on a plateau rich in vineyards and cork forest. Its economy is based on cattle farming, cork processing and wine growing yielding renowned brands of Vermentino and Moscato The extremely well conserved houses in the old part of the town, were built of grey, unplastered granite, encompass the little squares, concealing large inner courtyards and small gardens or scented kitchen-gardens. The sober charm of the centre is enhanced by the 17th century parish complex formed by the cathedral of San Pietro, the church of Santa Croce and the oratory, while in the upper side of the city you may find the water source of Rinaggiu, well known also in the past for the therapeutic characteristic of the diuretic water.

Resident population (Istat 2001): 13.204
Population density: 61,8 per square km
Male: 6.430
Female: 6.774
Surface: 213.66 kmq
Altitude over the sea level: 566 m
GPS Lat. 40º53'54”24 – Long 09º6'16”20