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The Top 20 Natural Monuments in Basilicata

Basilicata’s landscape is a beautiful place to explore — something that you can best experience by visiting one of our 20

beautiful natural monuments in Basilicata. To help you find the one for, you can see all the details you need to explore the best natural monuments, and better plan your next outdoor adventure!

Last updated: December 15, 2025

Road Between Pietrapertosa and Campomaggiore

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A beautiful road with slopes not to be underestimated that connects Pietrapertosa and Campomaggiore. Guaranteed excellent views of the Lucanian Dolomites, especially towards Castelmezzano.

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Acropolis Main Gate, Parco Regionale Gallipoli Cognato Piccole Dolomiti Lucane

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The settlement develops on a hill, 1150 meters above sea level, dominating the centers of Civita and Serra del Cedro di Tricarico, Accettura, Albano, lapped by important transversal routes connecting …

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Petre de la Mola

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Petre de la Mola is a natural limestone rock formation located within the Gallipoli Cognato Piccole Dolomiti Lucane Regional Park, not far from the top of Monte Croccia.

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Monterrone Rock and the Churches of Santa Maria de Idris and San Giovanni

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Here are the churches of Santa Maria de Idris and San Giovanni

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Santa Maria de Idris Rock Church

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The church of Santa Maria de Idris dates back to the 14th and 15th centuries.

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Serra di Crispo

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A truly spectacular place, not to mention the Garden of the Gods, a true wonder!

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Monticchio Lakes

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These beautiful lakes are located at the foot of the now extinct Vulture volcano. The beauty of this place has earned it the nickname of "Switzerland of Basilicata". The lakes are located within the Vulture Regional Nature Reserve.

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Statue of the Madonna del Pollino

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From this exposed position, the statue of the Virgin Mary, who lifts the baby Jesus with outstretched arms, looks out over the vast and beautiful landscape of the "del Pollino" …

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Grande Porta del Pollino from Piani del Pollino

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The Grande Porta del Pollino, at about 1,900 meters above sea level, represents the entrance area to Piani del Pollino (Piana del Pollino), which can be reached from Lake Duglia …

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Lago Piccolo di Monticchio

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The blue color of the small lake is best appreciated in winter or summer in the early hours of the day when there is no mist. One of the things …

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