Potenza in Basilicata spreads across a high ridge 819 meters above sea level making it the highest regional capital in Italy.
For this reason, the weather often appears uninviting – at least when we’ve passed through – but this summer we finally stopped to have a look around. The guide does not really recommend visiting unless you have to change trains. Potenza has been ravaged by war and earthquakes, and very few of the ancient town’s original buildings have survived. So even if Potenza can trace its origins back to pre-Roman times, don't expect to find architectural gems and historic archeology.
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1. No town without a church visit
The church built of rough gray stone in the 12th century is one of the only historic buildings in existence, and for this reason alone it is a must-see. The church is located in a charming square where crowds of young people hang out at night and it is surrounded by pretty houses some of which have been part of a former convent structure.
2. Window shopping in Via Pretoria
Via Pretoria is the main shopping street and the place to go for a nice passeggiata in the evening. It has a free souvenir area and there are few - if any - international chain stores around, which means you can find something out of the ordinary at local stores with names. suggestive as 'Redford,' and 'Music Magic Singer'.
3. Hang out in front of the theatre
Piazza Mario Pagano in front of Palazzo del Governo and the theatre is an architectural atrocity with monstrous rusty lamplights. But children like to play football in the square when the daylight fades away. There are giggling teenagers and coffee and drink sipping adults in cafés and porticoes along the periphery.
And some Sunday morning flea market vendors line up with old scooters, matches and other collectibles.
4. Ancient pottery shards
Archaeological Museum entrance fee of 2.5 euros. This modest sum gives you access to an impressive collection of great pottery, jewelry and religious objects from ancient Greece and Rome found in catacombs and graves in the example. Metaponto and Matera. I won Forget the beautiful brass bird or checkered ceramic house with four legs.
5. Holiday step workout
Potenza is a delight of free exercise. There is supposed to be elevators to the old center on the top of the hill from Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, but it’s more fun to use the omnipresent stairs as holiday step workout.
6. Visit Matera
The capital city of Basilicata has been declared the European Capital of Culture for 2018, along with Bulgaria’s Plovdiv. Why? Easy! Matera is one of the most beautiful towns in Italy (and Europe) and also a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Sassi di Matera, where you can find traditional houses made with unique materials of this area, is simply stunning. This is also the location of Mel Gibson’s famous movie, The Passion of the Christ.
7. Explore Wild Maratea
If you love the Amalfi Coast, Maratea will surely amaze you. With 20 miles of the wild coast, it's a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, but without the crowds. Here, you'll find black volcanic sand, boulders, caves, churches, and the second-largest statue of Christ in the world.
8. Admire the Nature in Pollino National Park
Nature enthusiasts must visit the Pollino National park, a stunning area with prehistoric caves, cave drawings, burial sites, and natural hot springs. Did you know it is the largest national park in Italy?
9. Relax at the Thermal Springs in Latronico
If you need to spend a good time in silence and relaxation, there's no better place than Latronico. This stunning hamlet, which looks like it’s straight out of a fairytale, is home to the most important thermal springs of Basilicata.
10. Admire Amazing Panorama in Vulture Melfese Area
For heartbreaking panoramas and spectacular natural views, head to the northern area of Basilicata, called Vulture Maltese. This part of the region also offers high-quality red wines, such as Aglianico, and excellent gastronomic delicacies. The small town of Bernalda, located here, is the former home of Francis Ford Coppola’s grandfather.
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