Maratea, from Land to Sea…and Viceversa
In 1965, on the highest point of Monte San Biagio, the imposing statue of Christ the Redeemer was erected. Besides …
TOP Basilicata
Basilicata is still somewhat unknown to most of the world. Its beauty lies within the fact that it is still almost primitive and mysterious in certain ways. From its cave dwellings in Matera to its stunning coastline on the Tyrrhenian Sea, Basilicata is unlike any place on earth.
We’ve selected the absolute must-see destinations for you here.
Matera’s Ionian Coast: Metaponto and Pisticci
Matera’s Ionian Coast is a gorgeous stretch of paradise on Earth. By now, most travelers have heard of Matera, the …
Metaponto: Beaches and the Doric Temple of Hera
Metaponto is a delightful seaside resort located in the municipality of Bernalda about 48 km from Matera. Along the coast, …
Policoro and Nova Siri on Basilicata’s Ionian Coast
Italy’s Basilicata region is one of the few that has two coastlines- one on the Tyrrhenian side and the other …
Exploring the Gallipoli Cognato Regional Park Near Matera
Southern Italy’s Basilicata region has been making quite a name for itself as of late. This recent claim to fame …
Venosa, Basilicata: A Village Suspended Between Past and Present
Immersed in the Mount Vulture area, the city of Venosa is located in one of the most luxurious places in …
What (Else) to See in Matera
In part I of our article on Matera we explored Sasso Barisano and Sasso Caveoso, or the rupestrian part of the ancient …
Matera: What to See in Sasso Caveoso and Sasso Barisano
One of the most striking and now recognizable cities in the entire world, Matera is the mysterious “Città dei sassi” or …
Discovering Pollino National Park in Calabria
Italy’s largest national park that very few foreigners have even heard of spans across two southern regions- Calabria and Basilicata- …
