Hiking in Basilicata
Basilicata is a region of Italy who's time it is to shine, with its forests, mountains and amazing city of Matera exploding in popularity. Hiking around this glorious region is the best way to see it before the secret gets out!
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The ancient city of Matera in Basilicata is turning in to one of the most popular tourist destinations on earth, with its UNESCO World Heritage Site status and designation as the 2019 European Capital of Culture attesting to this. The historical quarter area of Sassi contains cave dwellings dating back to the Paleolothic period, and it is now a thriving and unique area of the city.
Good to know:
Country Code
+39
Currency
Euro
Language
Italian
Best time to visit
September-October, when the weather is not too hot
Weather
Continental climate in the mountains and Mediterranean on the coasts, with hot summers and relatively cool Winters
How to get there
Flights to Bari, Brindisi and Naples Airports from the rest of Italy and Britain. Also ferries from Greece and Albania
More info about Hiking in Basilicata:
Basilicata has its own unique and fascinating characteristics that are distinct from Italy itself, so taking the time to explore the small towns and villages will give you a greater insight to the culture, which the local people are fiercely proud of. Some people like to spend time in the bigger cities of Naples and Bari before or after hiking in Basilicata, as they are easier to get to and are slightly more modern
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