Basilicata Region Collection

Sassi di Matera, Basilicata, Italy
Lonely Planet describes Matera as Italys most extraordinary town" due to its incredible old town, the Sassi (i sassi)

Antquie Map of Italy
Vintage map of Italy from 1815

Ancient Street In The Old Town Of Matera (Sassi di Matera), Basilicata, Southern Italy
Ancient street in the old town of Matera (Sassi di Matera), Basilicata Region, also known as Lucania, Province of Matera, Southern Italy. World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1993

Matera City Center, Basilicata, Southern Italy, UNESCO World Heritage Site
Sassi di Matera in Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera). The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Abandoned mountain village Craco, Basilicata, Italy

Star trail in the night sky over the old village of Castelmezzano, Dolomiti Lucane, Potenza province, Basilicata, Italy

Traditional old houses under the starry night sky, Castelmezzano, Dolomiti Lucane, Potenza province, Basilicata, Italy

The Sassi quarter at dawn, with San Pietro Barisano bell tower in the foreground. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Typical paved alley in the old Sassi quarter at dusk. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

The Sassi quarter at dusk, with San Pietro Barisano bell tower in the foreground. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

View of the Sassi quarter at sunset. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Boardwalk in the Palombaro Lungo, the first and ancient reservoir of the Sassi quarter. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

High angle view of the Sassi quarter and the Murgia Park. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Townscape of the Sassi quarter, with the Cathedral of Madonna Santissima della Bruna atop. Matera, Basilicata region, Italy

Antique Map of Lower Italy

Map of old Italy
Vintage map of Italy

View of the city of Matera in Basilicata

Craco, Province of Matera, Southern Italy
Craco is a ghost town and comune in the Province of Matera, in the southern Italian region of Basilicata. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide

Matera
UNESCO world heritage site

Piazza Sedile in ancient city of Matera
Italy, Basilicata, Matera, Main square in ancient city of Sassi di Matera or the Stones of Matera originating from a prehistoric cave settlement. UNESCO World Heritage Site

view of Matera at night
Night view of the Sassi di Matera or Stones of Matera, an ancient town near Matera, Italy, circa 1980. Originally a prehistoric, troglodyte settlement with houses dug into the rock

Women at Matera having quiet moment
Matera is a city and a province in the region of Basilicata, in southern Italy. It is the capital of the province of Matera

Large Size Panorama View Of Sassi di Matera, Basilicata Region, Southern Italy
Large size panorama of Matera and its Sassi di Matera in Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera)

Ancient House In Sassi Di Matera, Basilicata Region, Southern Italy
Stitched vertical panorama of ancient house surrounded by walls in Sassi di Matera, Basilicata Region also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera)

Antique Deconsacrated Rock Church In Sassi di Matera, Basilicata Region, Southern Italy
Antique deconsacrated rock church transformed in ancient times in a room for wine production, in Sassi di Matera, Basilicata Region also known as Lucania, Southern Italy

Prehistoric Rock Dwellings In Matera, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Prehistoric rock dwellings in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Stitched Vertical Panorama Of Matera, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Stitched vertical panorama of Matera in Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera). The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho

Panorama View Of Prehistoric Rock Dwellings In Gravina (Canyon) Of Matera, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Panorama view of the Prehistoric rock dwellings in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Vertical View Of Rock Church In Gravina di Matera (Matera Canyon), Basilicata, Southern Italy
Vertical view of ancient rock church in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Prehistoric Rock Church In Gravina di Matera (Matera Canyon), Basilicata, Southern Italy
Prehistoric rock church and cave dwellings in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Cave Dwellings And Ancient Rock Church In Gravina Di Matera (Matera Canyon), Basilicata, Southern Italy
Prehistoric rock dwellings and ancient rock church in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Sassi di Matera, Basilicata Region, Southern Italy
Vertical stitched panorama view of Matera and its Sassi di Matera in Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera)

Large Size Panorama View Of Matera, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Large size panorama of Matera in Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera). The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho

Rock Church In Gravina di Matera (Matera Canyon), Basilicata, Southern Italy
Ancient rock church in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Ancient Sarcophagus In A Rock Church In Sassi di Matera, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Ancient sarcophagus in an ancient deconsacrated rock church transformed in ancient times in a room for wine production, in Sassi di Matera, Basilicata Region also known as Lucania, Southern Italy

Prehistoric Rock Dwellings In The Gravina of Matera, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Prehistoric rock dwellings in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Colorful Flowers At Sassi di Matera, Basilicata Region, Southern Italy
Colorful flowers in Sassi di Matera, Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera). The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho

View Of Matera From Terrace With Vases Of Flowers, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Sassi di Matera in Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera). The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Large Size Panoramic View Of Matera, Third Oldest City In The World And UNESCO World Heritage Site
Large size panoramic view of the three different ages of Matera, considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo, being inhabited continuously from the stone age to nowadays

Large Size Panoramic Of Matera And Its Gravina, With Stone Age Cave Dwellings
Large size panoramic view of Matera, considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo, being inhabited continuously from the stone age to nowadays

Stone Age Cave Dwellings In The Gravina di Matera, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Southern Italy
Panorama view of the prehistoric rock dwellings in the Gravina (canyon) of Matera in Southern Italy. The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo

Beautiful Clouds Over The City Of Matera, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Southern Italy
View of the city center of Matera and Sassi di Matera in Basilicata region, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera)

Matera Old And New, UNESCO World Heritage Site In Southern Italy
The city of Matera and its Sassi di Matera in Basilicata, also known as Lucania, in Southern Italy (Province of Matera). The city of Matera is considered the third oldest city in the world after

Large Size Panoramic View Of Gravina Di Matera, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Basilicata, Southern Italy
Large size panoramic view of Matera, considered the third oldest city in the world after Jericho and Aleppo, being inhabited continuously from the stone age to nowadays

Ghost town in Basilicata, south Italy

Colli Lucani

Donkey in Craco - The ghost town
Craco is a ghost town located in the region of Basilicata, southern Italy. In 1963, people living in the small town began to evacuate due to a landslide

Indian fig opuntia
A tree of indian fig opuntia growing in the countryside near Craco, Basilicata, southern Italy

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Discover the enchanting region of Basilicata, Italy, where history and beauty intertwine. Immerse yourself in the captivating charm of Sassi di Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that transports you to ancient times. As you wander through the narrow streets of Matera's old town, feel the echoes of centuries past resonating beneath your feet. Unveil an antique map of Italy and trace your finger over Basilicata, marveling at its hidden gems. Explore the abandoned mountain village of Craco, frozen in time with its crumbling buildings standing as a testament to bygone eras. In Matera City Center, let yourself be captivated by traditional old houses nestled under a starry night sky. Castelmezzano's Dolomiti Lucane offers breathtaking views as star trails paint celestial patterns above this picturesque village. As dawn breaks over Matera's Sassi quarter, witness San Pietro Barisano bell tower rise majestically against the horizon. At dusk, follow a typical paved alley into another world within the Sassi quarter – an ethereal atmosphere that enchants all who venture there. Marvel at sunset from atop a hill overlooking Matera's Sassi quarter; watch as golden hues blend with ancient stone structures for an awe-inspiring sight. Take a stroll along Palombaro Lungo boardwalk – an architectural wonder that served as one of the first reservoirs in this historic district. Basilicata region beckons explorers seeking authenticity and tranquility amidst its timeless landscapes. Lose yourself in its rich history and immerse yourself in its unique allure – it is here where dreams merge with reality and memories are etched forevermore.