The southern Italian city of Matera is impressive and attractive, but at the same time also mysterious and a bit rough. It looks more like a labyrinth of stone houses, steep staircases and narrow streets. The Sassi di Matera, or Stones of Matera, is full of caves that were once inhabited and were therefore a disgrace to Italy. Times have changed suddenly, and today the Sassi di Matera are the pride not only of the city, but also of the entire Basilicata region, in which Matera is located.

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

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1. Panoramic view of Matera – View of Matera from the caves loop from Matera

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220m

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2. Matera Cave Landscape – View of Matera from the caves loop from Trasano

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03:03

320m

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3. Scenic view of Matera – View of Matera from the caves loop from Rione Spine Bianche

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03:10

300m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 390 m

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Tuesday 27 January

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Location: Matera, Basilicata, Italy

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1. Panoramic view of Matera – View of Matera from the caves loop from Matera

2. Matera Cave Landscape – View of Matera from the caves loop from Trasano

3. Scenic view of Matera – View of Matera from the caves loop from Rione Spine Bianche

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