What to do near Genzano di Lucania, PZ

The Cathedral of Acerenza

A mammoth Cathedral welcomes the visitor. Majestic and solemn, it seems to guard mysteries as ancient as those related to the Grail. Who knows, perhaps among its many works of art, some clue is there.

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.

Spinazzola bauxite quarries

The split soil, quarried from a now discontinued mining operation, reveals its most distinctive colors: red, orange, pink, contrasting with the green of the shrubs. An unimaginable landscape.

Irsina

A hamlet in the Matera hills, with a well-kept historic center, rich in elements reminiscent of the hamlet's past life. Pride of place is the cathedral, with its artistic treasures.

Big Bench Community Project

From Piedmont to Puglia to look at Italy with new eyes

Votive Lighthouse

The striking monument to the fallen soldiers of Apulia

Broom

A small village with a big soul

Ripacandida

Land of saints, beauty and tastes

Church of St. Clare

Valuable church included in the Norman Tower complex, home of cloistered nuns, with beautiful frescoes by Fr. A. Ferro, gilded coffered ceiling and a magnificent wooden crucifix.

Tricarico Cathedral

The church of Santa Maria Assunta appears to date back to Robert Guiscard. Remodeled several times with two naves, it preserves frescoes and wonderful stucco work, and the tombs of the bishops of the diocese.

Rocco Scotellaro

Rocco Scotellaro, mayor poet of peasant freedom. He left many writings, but above all, he left an indelible imprint in the hearts of his countrymen.

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.