The Village of Tricarico: Delving Into the Heart of Basilicata
The southern region of Basilicata is full of mystery, of ancient traditions, and permeated by traces of those that have …
Basilicata Mountains
The southern region of Basilicata is known for its striking, rugged mountain landscapes. The Apennine mountain range cuts through this region and is actually referred to as the Lucanian Dolomites for its resemblance to the Dolomite range in northern Italy. Peaks include Mount Pollino at over 2,200 meters and Mount Sirino at 2,000 meters.
Some of the mountain destinations in Basilicata that you must see are:
- Pollino National Park (shared with neighboring Calabria)
- Gallipoli Cognato Regional Park
- Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa villages
- The “Sassi” of Matera
- Apennine Lucano Val d’Agri Lagonegrese National Park
- Winter skiing destinations include Mount Volturino and Alta Val d’Agri
Skiing in Southern Italy, Sardinia, and Sicily
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Exploring the Gallipoli Cognato Regional Park Near Matera
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Discovering Pollino National Park in Calabria
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Christmas in Viggianello
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