- Matera - Wikipedia
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 settlements in what is now Italy
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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 Matera has recently been featured in numerous films, increasing its popularity
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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, shops, cafes, art galleries, and museums
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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
- Matera Travel Guide – Visit the Historic City in Basilicata
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 cave dwellings carved into limestone, Matera offers a fascinating glimpse into human history
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From staying in a cave sassi to hikes and visiting museums, these are the best things to do in Matera, Italy, stone city of southern Italy
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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 city, are almost 10,000 years old They are currently uninhabited, but much worth the visit
- Matera travel - Lonely Planet | Italy, Europe
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
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