Carved directly into the rock, the town of Matera is one of Italy's most iconic destinations. With its unique architecture, this ancient city boasts one of the most impressive cultural heritages in ...

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One of the most impressive parts of the city is the Gravina canyon, where homes appear to spill down the cliffside.

Take in the mesmerizing landscapes of Basilicata with this captivating drone footage. Fly over the ancient city of Matera, ...

Matera’s paleolithic past has made it a thriving ... “In the next few years, the Sassi were emptied,” says Nicoletti. “It became a city of ghosts.” Some Materan officials suggested ...

The site is composed of the ancient districts of the city of Matera and of the Park of the Rupestrian Churches which stretch over the Murgia, a calcareous highland plateau characterized by deep fault ...

The first inhabited zone dates from the Palaeolithic, while later settlements illustrate a number of significant stages in human history. Matera is in the southern region of Basilicata.

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Matera won the Norm Smith Medal, cementing his name forever in football history. But, dealing with the fame was a challenge. It was a one team town and we pretty much got the keys to the city.