I am in Rome and there are only four hours away by car to see the green of the Lucan side of the Pollino National Park appear. I have come so far to 'reoxygenate' particularly attracted by the vegetation and dry climate of this region. With the desire to carry out an educational trip in the Bosco Rubbio Oriented Nature Reserve. Located exactly in the municipality of Francavilla In Sinni, repeatedly classified as ZPS (Special Protection Zone) within the Natura 2000 Network, the Bosco Rubbio reserve constitutes one of more than 130 reserves. natural of Italy. Ideal for seeing animal and plant species that, by geographical location and climate are not so easy to find, such as, for example, the white spruce that grows spontaneously in this park. One of the curiosities of the Rubbio Reserve is the seasonal lake Lake Erba, on whose surface grow lush plants typical of wetlands and that can be seen only at decisive times of the year since the water level varies with the seasons. As for the fauna, significant is the presence of the buzzer hawk that feeds on insects, small mamifers, birds, amphibians and, curiously, is honey-greedy. The main objective of the reserve, established in 1972, is the protection of the beech-abetine tree species typical of the Lucan side of Pollino. It is known that the farms in the area are of excellent quality. Here you can taste the tasty raw materials of the territory worthy of complement the beautiful nature.
In the locality of Bagni 4 km from Latronico, in the Pollino National Park at 730 m above sea level are located the thermal springs of Warm, whose healing properties have been known since prehistoric times. Only recently was the La Calda plant built. The waters of bicarbonate-calcy-sulphurous springs are used not only for bathing, but aeresol, inhalations, irrigations are important, spraying and spraying, hydropinic treatments as well as mud therapy treatments. The following diseases are treated effectively by warm waters: osteoarthritis, rheumatism, diseases of the ear, nose and throat and respiratory and digestive systems, of the digestive system, of the liver and biliary tract, skin diseases and more. For a relaxing and wellness holiday you have at your disposal a physiotherapy and rehabilitation therapy center, a beauty center and a sports center. , thermal pools and exudative caves. In the setting of the unspoiled nature of Basilicata you can go on beautiful hikes, enjoy the sun by the sea near and get full of the cuisine traditional and genuine Lucana, in short, a dream vacation awaits you!
City of the Basilicata region, Melfi is a city with distant origins located on a hill on the slopes of Monte Vulture. Its origins date back to before Roman times, but the city saw a great development when it was conquered by the Normans who made it their shopping center. The castle of the city, erected at the behest of Frederick II, is located on a hill of 531 meters and is one of the most representative medieval castles in the south. Inside I visit the archaeological museum that offers visitors a vast number of archaeological finds of great historical importance, with in particular, the famous Sarcophagus of Rapolla, < /STRONG > monument originally from Asia Minor found in the mid-nineteenth century and dating back to the second century AD I visit finally, the wonderful Cathedral of the city, which erected in the 1076 at the behest of Roberto Guiscardo, it was destroyed by the earthquake of 1564 and rebuilt after it. A city that still offers glimpses of an ancient past, where the Norman atmospheres still echo in the air, the city of Melfi has deeply struck and fascinated me.
I visit Potenza, the capital city of the Basilicata region, which rises along an Apennine ridge north of the Lucan Dolomites and which is crossed by the Basento river, on a still warm day at the end of summer. Thanks to its physical geography, the territory of Potenza is rich in snowy mountains during the winter season, while in summer the lush nature offers enchanting views of a unique beauty, but not alone, this is a welcoming and hospitable place in every season, when visitors can enjoy different moments of pleasure. Walking through the streets that make up the historic center I am fascinated by the medieval atmospheres and acting as queen, is the Archaeological Site found in the Gallitello area of the city. Also beautiful are the Basilica of San Gerardo dedicated to the homonymous patron saint of the city, the church of St. Francis of 1274 with its bell tower of 400 and the famous < Strong>Guevara Tower. Unforgettable was the walk along Viale Pretoria with the numerous cafes and pastry shops that follow one another along the avenue giving me a welcome opportunity to relax at one of the cozy coffee tables. outdoors sipping a great coffee and tasting one of their confectionery specialties.