The heart of humanity As evidenced by the oldest buildings in the city, Matera has been home to human populations for almost 12,000 years. Officially founded by a Roman governor in 251 BC under ...

One of the most impressive parts of the city is the Gravina canyon, where homes appear to spill down the cliffside.

Matera’s paleolithic past has made it a thriving ... “In the next few years, the Sassi were emptied,” says Nicoletti. “It became a city of ghosts.” Some Materan officials suggested ...

Take in the mesmerizing landscapes of Basilicata with this captivating drone footage. Fly over the ancient city of Matera, ...

The site is composed of the ancient districts of the city of Matera and of the Park of the Rupestrian Churches which stretch over the Murgia, a calcareous highland plateau characterized by deep fault ...

Matera won the Norm Smith Medal, cementing his name forever in football history. But, dealing with the fame was a challenge. It was a one team town and we pretty much got the keys to the city.