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 the earliest human …

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 and Basilian monks.

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 cities in Italy. …

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.

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, restaurants, …

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 weather, but in …

Matera is one of the oldest, still inhabited cities in the world: a magical place that preserves evidence of human settlements since the Palaeolithic period in its natural caves carved into the rock.

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 many …

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

Jun 8, 2023 · Not only is Matera known for its unusual dwellings - called 'sassi' - but it also boasts incredible natural beauty. It is also the oldest city in Italy and the caves, that are located nearby the …