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a church in an enchanting place

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.

Gravina di Laterza is an impressive karst gorge located in Puglia, among the largest and most spectacular in Europe, with a length of over 12 km and a depth of over 200 meters. It was formed millions of years ago through the erosion of water in the limestone rocks, creating a unique landscape of steep walls and caves. From a naturalistic point of view, it hosts a rich biodiversity: rare species of flora and fauna find refuge here, including birds of prey such as the Egyptian vulture and the golden eagle. It is a paradise for hikers and nature lovers, ideal for geological explorations and birdwatching.

Grotta Croce, located in Gravina di Laterza, is one of the many karst caves in this suggestive canyon in Puglia. Famous for its natural beauty and historical interest, the cave offers spectacular limestone formations. Explored by speleology enthusiasts and hikers, it is part of the Terra delle Gravine Natural Park, an area rich in biodiversity and characterized by deep ravines and hidden caves. Grotta Croce also has archaeological value, with finds that testify to human presence in ancient times.

The city 🇮🇹 Matera and all its sights 👍😂

Metal and tuff come together to give life to this truly particular artistic park, in the heart of the Matera Murgia and a short distance from the Palomba sanctuary and the rock church of the Madonna delle Vergini.

Beautiful city

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