If you are looking for fine Italian wine and food, consider the Basilicata region of southern Italy.
Basilicata
Potenza
Things to do and to see in Potenza, Basilicata.
Basilicata
Basilicata, the perfect place to immerse yourself into the true Italian experience, free from all the trappings of busy tourist areas
The most famous castles in Basilicata
If you have a penchant for historical buildings and castles are your thing, then Basilicata may be the region for you! Basilicata is home to some magnificent buildings created by the Normans, the Bourbons, and the Anjou. Many of them are in ruins but still maintain a timeless charm. However, […]
Matera
The European Capital of Culture for 2019.
The Sassi and the Rupestrian Churches of Matera
The Sassi di Matera is one of the most outstanding examples of troglodyte settlements in the region. Constructed by primitive man, this settlement is still intact and has adapted perfectly to the ecosystem and the terrain of the area, which was first inhabited in paleolithic times. The later settlements in the region […]
Valsinni
Valsinni is a small commune and a town located in the Basilicata region of Italy in the province of Matera. The town of Valsinni is divided into two different parts. First, the ancient town is located on top of the hill and the newer town is located a little further down […]
Pollino National Park
Between the imposing peaks of Mounts Dolcedorme and Cozzo del Pellegrino, stretched between the regions of Calabria and Basilicata you will find Pollino National Park. Pollino is the largest protected area in Italy and also one of the country’s newest parks. Pollino’s symbol is the Bosnian Pine and this is […]