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Venosa

Considered one of the most beautiful Italian Borghi, Venosa is a historical town, founded by the Romans in 291 B.C.

Craco

Also known as the "Ghost City", Craco is a town that remained abandoned during the 1960s because of a landslide. Today, about 700 people live in Craco.

Exterior view of the Aragonese Castle in Venosa
Venosa

Considered one of the most beautiful Italian Borghi, Venosa is a historical town, founded by the Romans in 291 B.C.

Craco

Also known as the "Ghost City", Craco is a town that remained abandoned during the 1960s because of a landslide. Today, about 700 people live in Craco.

Venosa

Considered one of the most beautiful Italian Borghi, Venosa is a historical town, founded by the Romans in 291 B.C.

Craco

Also known as the "Ghost City", Craco is a town that remained abandoned during the 1960s because of a landslide. Today, about 700 people live in Craco.

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Your Guide To Rural Escapes In Basilicata

Basilicata remains one of Italy’s most mysterious regions: raw, mountainous, and steeped in history. From the stone-carved dwellings of Matera to the silent trails of the Pollino, it offers a deep sense of place, where time and tradition hold steady.

This region is famous for

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

HANDPICKED SELECTION OF

Unique Stays in Basilicata

We handpick every place so you don’t have to spend hours researching. No endless lists, just a curated selection of soulful stays we’ve personally chosen for their sense of place, story, and simplicity.

What to See in Basilicata: Places, Towns & Landmarks

Mysterious and untouched, Basilicata is shaped by silence and stone.

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Authentic Italian Experiences in

Basilicata

Crypt of Original Sin

Discover Matera’s Crypt of the Original Sin, an 8th-century rock chapel with stunning frescoes. Dubbed the "Sistine Chapel of Rupestrian Art," it’s a must-see masterpiece.

Alberobello Day Tour

Alberobello feels like a fairytale town, famous for its iconic trulli—whitewashed stone huts with conical roofs. A UNESCO site, it offers a glimpse into Apulian traditions.

Craco: The Ghost City

Explore Craco, the frozen village. Time stopped here in 1980. Its crumbling stone houses and silent streets tell a story of medieval prosperity and abandonment.

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The Escape Magazine

Discover the most authentic parts of Italy with The Escape Magazine. 

Explore new destinations, experiences, and everything worth knowing about Italy.

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