Basilicata

A panoramic view of Matera and the Sassi, considered a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 1993

Castelmezzano in Basilicata, one of the most beautiful villages in Italy

The Cristo Redentore of Maratea, the Pearl of the Tyrrhenian

Basilicata, also known as Lucania, is a region in the south of Italy, bordering on Campania to the west, Apulia (Puglia) to the north and east, and Calabria to the south. It also has two coastlines, one on the Tyrrhenian Sea between Campania and Calabria, and a longer coastline along the Gulf of Taranto between Calabria and Apulia. The region can be thought of as the "instep" of Italy, with Calabria functioning as the "toe" and Apulia the "heel". At the beginning of 1993, UNESCO declared Sassi di Matera a World Heritage Site. In the same year the Pollino National Park was established.

Basilicata Highlights

Traditions
Street of Matera at night
The Ghosts of Matera

On the nights around 2 November, if you happen to walk through the dark streets of the Sassi, you could come across 'shadows', souls of the dead.

Travel Guide
Cala Monte Turno beach in Sardinia Italy
Italian Regions Requiring a Form to Enter

It is now possible to move for tourism again, but a few regions request that travelers fill out a form.

Italian Language
mezzogiorno
Il Mezzogiorno

However, when Italians use the word ‘il Mezzogiorno’, they are not always be talking about lunchtime.

Events
chocolate
Things to Do and See in Italy in February 2020

It's carnival time, and while I've chosen three distinctive events of this kind, let's not forget some of the other great festivals taking place

What's on
December in italy
Things to Do and See in Italy in December 2019

With Christmas approaching, this month's regular round-up of great events takes a festive approach.

What you can't miss in Basilicata

Where is Basilicata

Top Experiences in Basilicata

Properties for sale in Basilicata

Matera Reference: 3853 1
Semi-detached in Matera
275000
Accettura Reference: 4318 1
Detached House in Accettura
70000
Matera Reference: 3858 1
Apartment in Matera
120000
Casa Baranski - a Renovated cottage in the countryside 0
Country Home - Restored in Lauria
100000
Guest house - Two properties at the price of one 0
Country Home - To Restore in Lauria
35000
Casa del Pozzo - Country house with 5 acres of land 14
Country Home - To Restore in Pisticci
85000
San Ianni - Smallholding in Nova Siri village 0
Country Home - To Restore in Nova Siri
0
Casa Luce - Country house with gorgeous view 0
Country Home - Restored in Lauria
85000

Recipes From Basilicata

Recipes
horseradish pasta
Ferricelli al Rafano: Pasta with Horseradish Tomato Sauce
Traditionally, this dish is served with pasta called “ferricelli,” named after the iron rod the dough was rolled around. It’s a lovely toothsome pasta, but of course, the recipe is fabulous with any shape, size, or type of pasta!  
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What others are saying about Basilicata

@Giupg asks:

Hi, is it possible to have an australian nursing degree recognised in Italy? 

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@Simrose asks:

Hi all, we've been in Italy for some time and realise that because all our income is in the UK, we haven't done an Italian Tax Return.Does anyone know of a good commercialista in Puglia or Basilicata that can help us -  it would help if they spoke some english. Thanks

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@Beanie36tiger asks:

Hi, We currently have a holiday home in Basilicata, our house is near Pisticci, we were wondering if anyone could recommend  trades people in the area that fit  bathrooms/kitchens, we are also looking for trades people who can build external walls and supply and erect fencing/gates.

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