Matera
- States
- Italy
- Category
- Cultural
- Year
- 1993
- Location
- City and Province of Matera, Region of Basilicata
- Region
- Europe & North America
- Coordinates
- 40.66638889, 16.61027778
- Last Visited
- 2023
- UNESCO ID
- 670
- WH Site
- 670
Matera, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Italy, is renowned for its ancient cave dwellings, known as "Sassi," carved into the limestone cliffs. This unique urban landscape features a network of prehistoric homes, churches, and cisterns, showcasing a continuous human settlement from the Paleolithic era to today. Its historical significance and striking architecture highlight a remarkable adaptation to the rugged terrain.
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