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Active since the second half of the 19th century, the Gennamari Mine, which managed a mining concession separate from the Ingurtosu Mine, was dedicated to the extraction of metal minerals, originally lead and later also zinc. The site, today immersed in a natural landscape of rare beauty, was at the time a center of great economic and social vitality, where human ingenuity confronted daily the challenges imposed by nature and available technologies. The mine was a flagship of Sardinian mining production thanks to the technological innovation introduced in its plants. Among these, the Edoardo Shaft stands out, an advanced infrastructure for the time, built between 1895 and 1897, with extraction machinery and air compressors capable of significantly improving underground operations. The raw mineral was then transported to the nearby Naracauli washery, where processing took place to separate the useful metals from the waste rocks. From here, the materials ready for trade were sent to the main European markets, confirming the centrality of Sardinia in the industrial panorama of the time.

However, Gennamari was not just a place of production: a lively community developed around the mine, made up of workers, technicians and families who lived in the mining village. Here there were homes, schools, a church and other essential services, creating a microcosm that reflected the difficulties and hopes of those who dedicated their lives to a job as tiring as it was essential. The working conditions, often harsh and dangerous, tell stories of sacrifice and resilience that today emerge forcefully in visits to the site.

Today the Gennamari Mine offers a unique experience for visitors, who can immerse themselves in history through guided tours among ruins, wells and tunnels. The surrounding landscape, characterized by lush and uncontaminated nature, envelops the site in an evocative atmosphere, making the visit not only a journey into industrial history, but also an opportunity to discover the authentic beauty of Sardinia. The mine, a symbol of a bygone era, continues to tell its story, inviting visitors to reflect on the relationship between man, work and the territory.