What to do near Matera, MT

Craco, ciack si gira in the ghost town

An uninhabited village resurrected thanks to the seventh art

MIB, Immersive Museum of the Bruna

Legends, traditions and technology

In Tricarico, the transhumance of bulls and cows-or maybe not

The pilgrimage you don't expect

Pisticci

Stories of resilience and courage suspended between the land and sky of Lucania

Colobraro and the evil eye

A small village perched on the mountain of the same name, Colobraro has sparked curious rumors made up of jinx, magic and evil eye. But don't be fooled: of magic here, there is only the beauty of the village!

Norman Tower of Tricarico

It is the symbol of Tricarico: from whichever point you look at it, your eyes fall first on the Norman Tower that rises mighty 27 meters next to the fine monastery of Santa Chiara.

Shrine of Fonti

A church nestled in the forest of Fonti, at the end of Tricarico territory, on Sundays in May attracts numerous pilgrims who come to pray to Our Lady of Fonti for a grace.

Basento nature trail

Nature trail along the course of the Basento River, which runs along one of the fundamental arteries of Basilicata: the Basentana. A path that leads to the discovery of very characteristic scenery and landscapes.

Bishop's Palace of Tricarico

Tricarico is a bishopric: in the past it has counted bishops now Venerable. The Bishop's Palace now houses the Diocesan Museum, custodian of valuable works from the countries of the Diocese.

San Mauro Forte

It is an ancient hill town in Matera that shows Norman influences in its fortifications, and the splendor of eighteenth-century life in its many noble palaces.

Rite of Commencement Carnival

This is the ritual that the Masks perform on the night of Jan. 17 to propitiate St. Antuono, patron saint of animals. Food, music and dancing around the bonfire precede the 3 ritual laps around the church.

Badlands between Aliano and Craco

The Lucanian badlands is a barren and fascinating area because it has been eroded by wind and sun but emerged from the sea. It looks like a lunar setting and is the subject of study and the setting for films.