Matera - Viewpoints Strada panoramica dei Sassi di Matera A picturesque walk that begins from the city centre. Along this route there are the most characteristic monuments of Matera, churches and museums.
Potenza - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale di San Gerardo Originally from the 13th century and dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Assumption, it was later named after St. Gerard, patron saint of Potenza. It was rebuilt in the 18th century by Magri, a student of Vanvitelli and thus transformed from a Romanesque basilica to three naves to a neoclassical building.
Matera - Churches and places of worship Santuario della Madonna della Palomba Built in 1580 and leaning against the ancient cave in which remains the fresco. The façade with rose window and bell tower and the interior with a single nave with frescoes.
Potenza - Museums Museo Archeologico Provinciale The Provincial Archaeological Museum was established in 1901 thanks to the research of Inspector Michele Lacava. The collection was enriched with materials found during the excavations of Garaguso and Latronico. Over the years the structure was closed several times and inaugurated again. Since 1997, the Museum has been open to the public, and is part of a museum system, together with the Provincial Art Gallery and the Covo degli Arditi.
Matera - Historic Centres Quartiere la Civita The oldest part of the settlement, characterized by the presence of the cathedral, the palaces and the remains of several towers.
Venosa - Museums Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Venosa The National Archaeological Museum of Venosa is dedicated to the ancient colony of Venusia and is housed in the basement of the Aragonese castle of the city. The exhibition area hosts exhibits related to Roman domination.
Matera - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di Santi Pietro e Paolo al Sasso Caveoso Probably dating from the thirteenth century, It was rebuilt in the early eighteenth. The interior is in baroque style, full of statues, ornaments, paintings.
Potenza - Castles, palaces and mansions Villa Romana di Malvaccaro The only Roman villa recovered in the Potenza territory is that of Malvaccaro. Researched to light right in the center of Potenza, it presents the remains of beautiful colored mosaics.
Matera - Museums Museo – Laboratorio della Civiltà Contadina It features a reconstruction of typical rooms of the past and a variety of crafts represented through their characteristic tools.
Potenza - Castles, palaces and mansions Castel Lagopesole At the top of Lagopesole there is a castle, attributed to Frederick II and probably built between 1242 and 1250. In the courtyard of the castle of Lagopesole, the scene of the Sanhedrin of the film The Gospel According to Matthew (1964) by Pier Paolo Pasolini was shot. The director used non-professional actors chosen among the population of the medieval village.
Melfi - Museums Museo Diocesano The Diocesan Museum was established on 6 July 2001 by Cardinal Angelo Bagnasco in the Episcopal Palace of Melfi. It is distributed on two floors, on the first we can find objects such as silver furnishings and tableware, while on the main floor there are particular frescoes belonging to the eighteenth century.
Melfi - Museums Museo Archeologico Nazionale del Melfese The Melfese National Archaeological Museum built in 1976 is located in the rooms of the castle of Melfi. The works on display in the Museum are archaeological objects found in the Vulture area. They belong to different periods and are exhibited in the three rooms on the first floor. These are bronze or iron weapons, worked stones, decorated ceramics that belonged to the tombs of the princesses.
Lavello - Museums Mostra della Civiltà Contadina The Museum of Peasant Civilization in Lavello was built by the CIDIS Social Cooperative in 1994. Inside there are objects that were used by farmers until the last century. The Museum is divided into two different rooms: one of the objects of the peasant house and the other of works on the fields.
Forenza - Museums Casa Contadina La Casa Contadina is located in a building located in the historic center of Forenza. Inside it is represented a typical peasant house of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, with all the objects and materials used by peasants in their daily family life.
San Paolo Albanese - Museums Museo della Cultura Arbereshe The Museum of Culture Arbereshe was inaugurated in 1993 with headquarters in some old uninhabited structures in the historic center. The first nucleus of collections was born from the agropastoral exhibition that took place in 1975. The exhibition includes materials that testify to the popular and oral culture of the ethnic minority of the Arbereshe, thanks also to a specialist library for Albanophones, created in 1979.
Potenza - Museums Museo Archeologico Nazionale della Basilicata The National Archaeological Museum of Basilicata was inaugurated in 2005 in Potenza. The museum offers a general picture of the archaeological findings of the entire region of Basilicata and a greater study on the oldest history of the territory of Potenza. The exhibition is divided into two floors and follows a chronological and geographical order.
Rivello - Museums Mostra Permanente di Archeologia The Permanent Exhibition of Archaeology exhibits objects that have been found in the area, especially in the locality “Serra Città”. Thanks to these findings it is possible to understand that this society was founded on pastoral agriculture and craftsmanship. In fact, among the objects there are both common crockery and fine frame weights. All these items help to understand the variety of this place and how it has developed over time.
Rivello - Museums Mostra Permanente di Archeologia The Permanent Exhibition of Archaeology exhibits objects that have been found in the area, especially in the locality “Serra Città”. Thanks to these findings it is possible to understand that this society was founded on pastoral agriculture and craftsmanship. In fact, among the objects there are both common crockery and fine frame weights. All these items help to understand the variety of this place and how it has developed over time.
Maratea - Monuments Statua del Redentore The Statue of Cristo Redentore is a colossal sculpture placed on the top of Mount San Biagio, in Maratea. It was built by the Florentine artist Bruno Innocenti between 1963 and 1965. With its 22 meters of height, it ranks the third position among the sculptures dedicated to Christ in Europe and the seventh position in the world.
Maratea - Historic Centres Centro storico The Historic Center of Maratea is characterized by several churches, alleys, stone portals and strongly suggestive corners. In fact, in the Old Town there are some of the 44 churches that rise on the territory of Maratea.
Venosa - Archaeological Sites Abbazia Incompiuta (XII sec) Work on the construction of the Abbey began in the twelfth century and were commissioned by the Benedictines, with the aim of allocating the structure as a place of worship. After the abandonment of the convent from the monks, the construction of the Abbey also stopped, so much so that it is still unfinished today. Currently, the exterior walls and the five columns are visible of the building, four of which are complete with a Corinthian capital.
Potenza - Parks and nature reserves Riserva Regionale del Pantano di Pignola The Pantano di Pignola Regional Reserve is considered a protected area since 1984. The area has an area of 155 hectares, surrounded by peaks that reach 1000 meters in height. The vegetation is characterized by trees with a hygrophilous matrix and the plunge, which is a symbol of the Oasis. The reserve is open all year round.
Melfi - Castles, palaces and mansions Il castello di Melfi The castle of Melfi it is one of the most important medieval castles of Italy and it is of Norman origin. it was built in a strategic position to control the passage between Puglia and Campania. The Castle of Melfi underwent rapid expansion.
Genzano di Lucania - Fountains Fontana Cavallina The Cavallina Fountain was built between 1865 and 1893 on a project by the architect Giuseppe Antonio Locuratolo, in neoclassical style. The beautiful structure has the shape of an amphitheater. In addition, it is fed by a spring water spring from three distinct directions.
Genzano di Lucania - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello Monteserico The Monteserico Castle was initially owned by the Spanish family Aquilina Sancia, and later stately home of the Sanseverino. Historical news shows that the castle remained inhabited until World War I. In the 80s of the twentieth century, it was purchased by the Municipality of Genzano, which, thanks to a work of restoration, brought it back to its former glory.
Venosa - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello del Balzo The Balzo Castle was built in 1470 at the behest of Pirro del Balzo, on what was the ancient cathedral of Venosa. The story has it that Del Balzo had this castle built after a few clashes with Giovanni Antonio Orsini, uncle of his wife Maria Donata. In fact, the Venosini did not want to be commanded by another nobleman who was of origin different from those of the Orsini. The Castle was therefore born with a defensive function, later transforming itself, in the 17th century, into a noble residence.
Maratea - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello di Castrocucco The Castrocucco Castle is very old. Thanks to some historical finds, we can say that it dates back to the 9th century. Unfortunately, today it is not possible to see its entire original structure, but only a few ruins. From these the medieval style is denoted. It is currently open to the public, for the part that remains observable.
Brienza - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello Caracciolo The Caracciolo Castle was built in the Angevin era. The building was used as a fortification. Inside there is a medieval room. Recently, the property has been restored.
Avigliano - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello Federiciano The name of Castello Federiciano takes the name of the one who built the building in the eleventh century, mainly used as a military structure. In the area it is more known as The Castle of Lagopesole, due to the lake near the castle. The style is clearly Romanesque and, inside, we also find a church.
Matera - Museums MUSMA – Museo della Scultura Contemporanea More than two hundred and fifty works donated by artists, collectors, critics and art galleries Italian and foreign companies.
Matera - Museums Pinacoteca d'Errico The collection consists of about six thousand books, five hundred prints and three hundred paintings, especially works of Neapolitan artists and some of the seventeenth-century .
Matera - Museums Museo Nazionale d'Arte Medievale e Moderna One section is dedicated to paintings and objects from the churches in the area. The second section sets out the paintings in the collection d'Errico. The third section has documents and works relating to the life and literary activity of Carlo Levi
Bernalda - Museums Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Metaponto The National Archaeological Museum of Metaponto exposes to the public objects that date from the prehistoric age to the Bronze Age. Inside there are funeral items, vases and ceramics. The Museum is open to the public and guided tours are also organized.
Matera - Museums Museo Nazionale "Domenico Ridola" It was born in 1911 thanks to a donation from Senator Domenico Ridola. The National Archaeological Museum Of Ridola in Matera, which is also the oldest museum in Basilicata, takes us back into the past of the ancient habits of the world of our ancestors. Through the traces of the finds found in the ancient Neolithic villages of Murgia, there are evidence of the development of agriculture in the 6th millennium BC An adventure in the past not to be missed.
Matera - Historic Centres Sasso Barisano The Rione Sasso Barisano, is almost completely renovated and houses numerous restaurant and hotel facilities as well as various tourist attractions such as the reconstruction of the miniature stones and the Museum of Peasant Civilization.
Matera - Historic Centres Sasso Caveoso Today, the Sasso Caveoso District is characterized by an ancient appearance. This part of the city is mainly composed of houses dug into the rock, almost completely intact. The great homonymous square, where the recently renovated church of San Pietro Caveoso is also located, allows you to admire the panorama of the Gravina and the array of houses and caves, perched on each other.
Montescaglioso - Churches and places of worship Abbazia di San Michele The monastery was founded in the first half of the 12th century. In 1484, after joining the Benedictine Congregation of St. Giustina from Padua, the abbey was enlarged and restored in Renaissance forms.The monks abandoned the abbey in 1784.
Bernalda - Archaeological Sites Metaponto - Tempio Greco The Temple of Metaponto dates back to the 6th century BC. It was built by the Greeks as a sign of adoration of the Goddess Hera. Today, only the side columns remain along with many other buildings in the archaeological area. The finds found are kept in the National Archaeological Museum of Metaponto.
Matera - Churches and places of worship Cattedrale di S. Maria della Bruna The church, which was founded on two pre-existing crypts, destroyed during the looting, and on the foundations of the church of Saint-Eustache, was built in 1270. On the facade a beautiful rose window and the interior full of frescoes and statues.
Matera - Walls, towers and gates Parco Scultura la Palomba Located in an abandoned quarry, it houses the works of Antonio Paradiso, Carrino, Trotta, Spagnolo.
Valsinni - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello di Isabella Morra The Castle of Valsinni took this name in memory of the great poet Isabella Morra, who lived all the years of her life in the castle. She was killed when she was only 25 years old, by her brothers because she was in love with Baron Diego Sandoval de Castro. Since 1921, the building moved to the Rinaldi family and today it is in excellent conditions of preservation.
Miglionico - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello del Malconsiglio The Malconsiglio Castle was built between the 8th and 9th centuries. The structure has seven towers and is shaped like a parallelogram. In 1485, the Conspiracy of the Barons remained in the rooms of the castle. Over the years the castle had some owners. The most particular part is the Hall of the Star also known as the Hall of Spirits where there are niches carved in the walls and support the treasures of the inhabitants.
Matera - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello Tramontano The structure, built in 1501 by Count Giancarlo Tramontano, feudal lord of Matera, is located on a hill, nicknamed Lapillo hill. The castle has an Aragonese style, with a central master and two round side towers, scalloped and equipped with louvers. Since 2008 it underwent a renovation, then finished in 2011.
Potenza - Walls, towers and gates Torre Guevara The Guevara Tower was built in the 9th AD century, and was part of the Castle. In 1980, the structure was partially destroyed due to a strong earthquake. Subsequently, the tower underwent restoration work that brought it back to its former glory. The structure has a height of twenty meters, and is currently home to an art gallery and the Lucan association of astronomy.
Rionero in Vulture - Churches and places of worship Badia di San Michele The Abbey of St. Michael is located in the middle of a beautiful walk from where you can enjoy a magnificent panorama. The structure dates back to the 10th century, and was built by the Benedictines. In 1465, the building was abandoned, and then resumed by the Capuchins, who turned it into a library.
Ripacandida - Churches and places of worship Santuario di San Donato The Sanctuary of San Donato has a very ancient construction and is considered the symbol of the Municipality where it is located. Its construction has a very special structure decorated with frescoes made by one of Giotto's students. Since 18 December 2010, the church was named a national monument.
Scanzano Jonico - Castles, palaces and mansions Palazzo Baronale This Palace is also known as Palazzaccio or Castello di Scanzano. It has a linear and straight structure that develops above all for a long time. It is located in a beautiful square, very large, not surrounded by other buildings. The colors that predominate in this construction are the warm ones.
Scanzano Jonico - Walls, towers and gates Torre della Scanzano Jonico The Torre della Scanzana was built in the 16th century by the Spanish viceroy for reasons of defense. The building is also known as Torre del Faro because for a period of time it was used as a lighthouse for fishermen.
Matera - Archaeological Sites Ipogei Located under the main square of the city and brought to light a few years ago, a number of underground rooms containing also an old tank, called the long Palombaro, and a tower making part of the walls near the Castello Tramontano.
Acerenza - Museums Museo Diocesano The Diocesan Museum Acerenza exhibits objects from the treasure of the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. The treasure has objects such as silverware, goldsmith, paintings and also an important collection of liturgical parameters. You can also find archaeological objects that portray the history of the birth of Christianity.
Atella - Walls, towers and gates Torre Angioina The Tower of Angevin is one of the remains of the castle that was part of the ancient city of Atella built by Roberto I of Anjou. The Angevin Tower is the last remaining element of the castle built by the Angevins, after it was destroyed by the earthquake of 1694. For the community of Atella, the tower of Angevin is the emblem of the city. The building has special architectural and decorative elements of the time.
Lavello - Castles, palaces and mansions Castello di Lavello The Castle of Lavello was erected during the Norman era by Lord Arnolino. During the fire in 1298, the castle was seriously damaged. Between the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries the building was restored by the Del Balzo-Orsini. Today, the castle is in excellent condition and inside is the headquarters of the Town Hall and a small Museum.
Maratea - Walls, towers and gates Torre dei Crivi The Crivi Tower was built in 1566 on a rocky promontory. It was part of the coastal defensive system of the Kingdom of Naples. It has a square structure, characterized by a series of lintels each of which has three drains. It is now a ruin, although it is well preserved externally.
Maratea - Walls, towers and gates Torre Apprezzami l'Asino (Melesino) Torre Appreciami the Donkey Ruderi, also known as Melesino, is one of the coastal towers of the locality of Maratea. It was built in 1566 on a promontory. Its structure is divided into two parts: one, the oldest one in circular shape, and the other, more recent in a pyramidal trunk shape. The two parts were built at two different times, that's why the diversified form. The name of the building comes from a pleasant story. Today it is open to visit and is in good condition.
Venosa - Cemeteries Catacombe ebraiche di Venosa The Catacombs of Venosa document the presence of the Jewish community between the 3rd and 7th centuries. The burials are adorned with iconographies and epigraphies that are part of the community and document their level of integration into local public life.
Potenza - Churches and places of worship Il Tempietto di San Gerardo The temple dedicated to San Gerardo, patron saint of the city, was created by the potent artist Michele Basciolano. The work, according to the epigraph located to the right of the statue of the saint, was completed in 1865 and depicts a Neo-Renaissance bust of San Gerardo della Porta, bishop of the city of Potenza from 1111 to 1119
Maratea - Churches and places of worship Chiesetta della Madonna degli Ulivi The church of Our Lady of Olives or Snow is an ancient hermitage, of likely Byzantine origin, located behind the Basilica of San Biagio al Castello. Inside it preserves frescoes, depicting the Madonna with Child and Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Maratea - Churches and places of worship Chiesa di S. Maria Maggiore The church of Santa Maria Maggiore is a religious building in the historical center of Maratea. The importance of the church in the panorama of the city, bring the population to just call it mother church.
Maratea - Churches and places of worship Chiesa dell'Immacolata The Church of the Immacolata is one of the three churches that overlook on the Borgo di Maratea, and is close to the square where there is the town hall.