Matera has gained international fame for its ancient town, the "Sassi di Matera". The Sassi originated in a prehistoric troglodyte settlement, and these dwellings are thought to be among …

Jan 22, 2023 · Matera is a city with a long and fascinating history. A complex of cave dwellings, stone buildings, and churches sit on the rolling hillsides, creating one of the most photogenic …

Matera’s real claim to fame, though, and the reason it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the extensive series of cave dwellings ("i sassi") southeast of town, first inhabited by Benedictine …

Explore Matera in Basilicata, Italy with our travel guide to the UNESCO-listed Sassi cave dwellings, rock-hewn churches, cave hotels, local cuisine and culture.

Dec 27, 2025 · Matera in southern Italy is a living stone city where ancient cave dwellings, cinematic history, and quiet luxury converge, revealing how one of Europe’s oldest cities …

Jan 19, 2024 · What is special about Matera? The city is made up of two large sassi (the stones) – Barisano and Caveoso, which were dug into to create caves that house homes, hotels, …

Apr 7, 2025 · The best time of year to visit Matera is spring (March to June) or fall (mid-September to December). In both periods you might get a rainy day or two and occasional overcast …

Benvenuti in Matera Welcome, il portale turistico istituzionale del Comune di Matera. Visita i sassi di Matera scopri gli eventi e tanto altro.

Matera is the capital of the Matera province in the Basilicata region of Italy. It boasts the sassi: well-preserved rock-cut settlements that are a World Heritage site and one of Southern Italy's …

Matera, located in the Basilicata region of southern Italy, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Known for its "Sassi" districts, ancient …