Matera Cultural Sassi Tour
Discover "Sassi di Matera" in a 2 hours walking tour, with a licensed local guide. Explore the ancient city built into the rock and visit an exclusive underground site: you will have the chance to observe the city through the eyes of a historian, who will show you not only the artistic beauty, but also the social, cultural and political value of a truly magical place. This will allow to experience history of the city, its internal dynamics and the global influences that have affected Matera over the centuries. We offer an enveloping tale that will enthrall young and old alike in our culture. During the cultural tour, it will be possible to visit cisterns, rock churches or cave dwellings, also walking on movie locations. The tour is a continuous discovery and is ideal, as well, for people interested in history and curious tourists who want to enjoy the beauty and uniqueness of the place, beyond the postcard image. Tour is limited to small groups of up to 15 people.
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Stop At: Piazza Vittorio Veneto, Matera Italy
Vittorio Veneto Square is one of the main squares of Matera, located in the historic center of the city. The square was built in the 19th century during the period of urban renewal of the city. Today, it is an important meeting place and gathering spot for the citizens of Matera, and hosts various commercial and cultural activities.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Sasso Barisano, 75100, Matera Italy
Matera, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993, was also the European Capital of Culture 2019: sure will take your breath away. The two Sassi districts, Caveoso and Barisano, dug into the limestone, are unique from an urban planning point of view because of the exceptional nature of their history and bear witness to unique human endeavours, where the combination of the Sassi and the Natural and Archaeological Park of the Rock churches form the perfect symbiosis between the cultural and natural characteristics of a place. Its transcendent universal value derives precisely from this integration between the natural and cultural characteristics of the area: 'Rioni Sassi' are a stunning sight, one that is unique in the world.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: The Rupestrian Church Of San Giorgio, Via Sette Dolori Recinto Paradiso, 75100, Matera Italy
The mediaeval church of San Giorgio, annexed among the properties of the Monastery of the Santissima Annunziata in Matera and desecrated in the first two decades of the 17th century, has undergone considerable alterations that have made it barely recognisable, so a more detailed description of the structure is considered useful.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Chiese rupestri Madonna delle Virtu e San Nicola dei Greci, Via Madonna Delle Virtu, 75100, Matera Italy
According to some sources, the Church of the Madonna delle Virtù was carved out in the 12th century. Thus, as with all the other rupestrian churches in the area of Matera, the church is noted for its “negative architecture”, making it unique. The uniqueness of this rupestrian church can be seen not only in its well-structured architecture, but also in the later-dated frescoes of the church. San Nicola dei Greci is a crypt especially significant due to the survival of some important frescoes. The Byzantine character of the crypt is confirmed by the 11th – 12th century frescoes on the church’s walls, which are linked to the Byzantine tradition. Among the most important and best preserved are the “triptych” frescoes of St. Nicholas, St. Barbara and St. Pantaleone in the left apse and dating back to the 13th century, and the Crucifixion with the Virgin Mary and St. John the Evangelist, from the 14th century.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Not recommended for people with mobility impairements"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duração: 2 Hours
Ponto de partida: Bar Caffè Tripoli, Piazza Vittorio Veneto, 17, 75100 Matera MT, Italy
Cancelamentos e reembolsos:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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