Dammuso - This unique architectural icon of Pantelleria was probably created in the 10th century A.D. and evolved right up to the 17th century. The large dry-stone walls provide perfect thermal isolation and the thick dome roof has the ideal shape to collect the precious rainwater into an attached cistern. Because of the use of natural stone found on the island, the Dammuso blend in very well in the surrounding landscape. Contrary to the common theory that the structure has it's foundation in the Arab world, recent archaeological research points more towards a Greek origin. Nowadays, a great part of the original Dammusi are in the hands of second home owners, who are using or renting them out as holiday lodges. Consequently, the price of even the most ramshackle Dammuso has rocketed in recent years.
Friday, 16 May 2008
Dammusu (pant.)
Dammuso - This unique architectural icon of Pantelleria was probably created in the 10th century A.D. and evolved right up to the 17th century. The large dry-stone walls provide perfect thermal isolation and the thick dome roof has the ideal shape to collect the precious rainwater into an attached cistern. Because of the use of natural stone found on the island, the Dammuso blend in very well in the surrounding landscape. Contrary to the common theory that the structure has it's foundation in the Arab world, recent archaeological research points more towards a Greek origin. Nowadays, a great part of the original Dammusi are in the hands of second home owners, who are using or renting them out as holiday lodges. Consequently, the price of even the most ramshackle Dammuso has rocketed in recent years.
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