Hotels in Basilicata, Italy
Basilicata is a rugged region in southern Italy, famous for Matera's ancient cave dwellings carved into limestone cliffs. Winters are mild (around 50°F/10°C), perfect for exploring the Sassi without crowds, while summers hit 90°F/32°C-ideal for hiking the Pollino National Park trails or cooling off on the sandy beaches of Maratea along the Tyrrhenian Sea. If you visit in spring, you can join the Festa della Madonna della Bruna in Matera, a local parade that's been running since 1389.