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Basilicata Overview

Your complete guide to visiting Basilicata, Italy

About Basilicata

Basilicata, in southern Italy, offers stark mountains, ancient cave towns, and pristine coastlines waiting to be explored. From Matera's Sassi to Pollino's wild trails, it's a region of surprising contrasts.

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Country
Italy
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Overall Rating
85/100

Ratings

Overall
85
Cost
85
Safety
85
Fun
83
Food
88

What to Expect in Basilicata

Sassi of Matera

Explore ancient cave dwellings carved into limestone, a UNESCO site with moonlit plazas, rock churches, and timeless hillside neighborhoods.

Pollino Trails

Vast granite peaks, cedar forests, and river gorges ideal for hiking, wildlife watching, and scenic drives under southern skies.

Living Towns

Stroll through hill towns perched on cliffs, tasting local wines and rustic cuisine.

Top Experiences

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Historic Tours
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Archaeology
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