Matera's Ancient Cave Dwellings and Churches
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Explore the map in the DocentPro app6 landmarks in Matera: Matera, Sassi di Matera, Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita, and 3 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in a TikTok post by miotravelapp.
Matera
Place
• This town was once considered the 'shame of Italy' due to its cave dwellings • Has been continuously inhabited for about 9,000 years • Named European Capital of Culture in 2019 • Features cave churches and ancient paintings over 1,000 years old
Sassi di Matera
Place
• Two old districts of Matera, carved into the side of a ravine • UNESCO World Heritage site since 1993 • Featured in films like 'The Passion of the Christ' and 'No Time to Die' ✓ Stay at least one night to see the ravine light up after dark
Sextantio Le Grotte Della Civita
Hotel
4.8
• Cave hotel where rooms are former cave homes • Known for being lit by candlelight
Casa Grotta nei Sassi di Matera
Landmark
4.6
• A cave home preserved with original furnishings • Shows how a family lived, complete with a bed, loom, and mule's spot • Entry is around €3
Belvedere Murgia Timone
Observation deck
4.7
• Offers the best view of the Sassi di Matera at sunset • Watch as the lights come on across the ravine ✓ Trail can be steep and slippery after rain; wear proper shoes
Crypt of Original Sin
Historical landmark
4.4
• Cave church located about 8 km outside of Matera • Features frescoes dating from the 8th or 9th century ✓ Book tickets online before visiting; walk-ins are not accepted
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