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.

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Properties for sale in Basilicata

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Country Home - Restored in Paterno
350000
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Country Home - Restored in Sasso di Castalda
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Semi-detached in Matera
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Apartment in Matera
120000
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Detached House in Accettura
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Country Home - To Restore in Rotonda
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Basilicata. Excellent opportunity to buy property in this sought after location on the tyrrhenian coast. For Sale. 0
Villa in Maratea
1200000

Recipes From Basilicata

Recipes
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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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